Ulsteinvik Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ulsteinvik, Møre og Romsdal, Norway. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Ulsteinvik has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2143 mm (84 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. September brings wetter days averaging 234 mm (9.2 in) of precipitation, spread over 27 rainy days.
In contrast, May experiences a drier climate, with about 109 mm (4.3 in) of rainfall spread across 16 rainy days.
September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 14°C (57°F). The city receives 101 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 10°C (50°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ulsteinvik 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.
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Ulsteinvik vs World: Rainfall Compared
Ulsteinvik's average annual precipitation is 2143 mm (84 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
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.
Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:
- 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 Ulsteinvik's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Ulsteinvik Climate page.
