Svelvik Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Svelvik, Vestfold, Norway. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Svelvik has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1025 mm (40 in) of rain/snowfall per year.
Monthly Rainfall & Rainy Days
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Svelvik experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 102 mm (4 in) in August, the wettest month, and 60 mm (2.4 in) in March, the driest month.
August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). The city receives 210 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 6°C (43°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Svelvik Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Norway: City Comparison
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.
Svelvik vs World: Rainfall Compared
Svelvik's average annual precipitation is 1025 mm (40 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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 Svelvik's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Svelvik Climate page.
Svelvik Weather by Month
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Svelvik 3-Day Forecast
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