Uggdal Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Uggdal, Hordaland, Norway. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Uggdal is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2693 mm (106 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Uggdal, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 302 mm (12 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 27 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, May, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 126 mm (5 in) over 19 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 6°C (43°F). The city receives 13 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 12°C (54°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Uggdal 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.

Uggdal vs World: Rainfall Compared

Uggdal's average annual precipitation is 2693 mm (106 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

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.

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.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Uggdal:

• 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.

• 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 Uggdal's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Uggdal Climate page.