Skarsvåg Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Skarsvåg. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

On average, Skarsvåg receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 882 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Skarsvåg experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 101 mm in October, the wettest month, and 61 mm in May, the driest month.

October, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 6°C. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 7°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Skarsvåg Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Norway

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Norway. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Skarsvåg’s average annual precipitation is 882 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm, with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

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

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

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Interesting weather facts

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

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