Traunkirchen Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Traunkirchen, Upper Austria, Austria. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Traunkirchen has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1623 mm (64 in) of rain/snowfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct rainy season during certain months. Have a look at our detailed charts below to see how precipitation varies throughout the year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, June, sees around 183 mm (7.2 in) of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, November, still receives a respectable 99 mm (3.9 in) of rainfall.
June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). The city receives 183 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 7°C (45°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Traunkirchen Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Austria: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Austria. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Traunkirchen vs World: Rainfall Compared
Traunkirchen's average annual precipitation is 1623 mm (64 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
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.
The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
- Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Traunkirchen's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Traunkirchen Climate page.
