Ulven Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ulven, Akershus, Norway. 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.

On average, Ulven receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 963 mm (38 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Ulven shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 117 mm (4.6 in) of precipitation during the wettest month August, distributed over 17 rainy days.

In contrast, March offers drier and sunnier days, with around 50 mm (2 in) of snow/rainfall over 13 snowy/rainy days.

August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 209 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 4°C (39°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ulven Temperature page.

Ulven's average annual precipitation is 963 mm (38 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), 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 (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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 Ulven:

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