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

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Termine, Canton of Ticino, Switzerland. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Termine has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1821 mm of rain/snowfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Termine can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 216 mm of precipitation over 12 rainy days.

In contrast January, experiences much drier conditions, with 75 mm of rainfall, spread across 11 rainy days.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C. The city receives 153 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 7°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Termine Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Switzerland

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Termine’s average annual precipitation is 1821 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm, making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Termine:

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

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