Selje Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Selje, Sogn og Fjordane, Norway. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Selje has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2342 mm (92 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The climate in Selje shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 265 mm (10 in) of precipitation during the wettest month December, distributed over 28 rainy days.

In contrast, May offers drier and sunnier days, with around 117 mm (4.6 in) of rainfall over 17 rainy days.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 6°C (43°F). The city receives 10 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Selje Temperature page.

Selje's average annual precipitation is 2342 mm (92 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

• Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
• In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
• Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.

For more detailed information about Selje's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Selje Climate page.