Utrecht Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Utrecht, Utrecht Province, Netherlands. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Generally, Utrecht experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 857 mm (34 in) yearly.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The wettest period in Utrecht occurs in July, which receives around 87 mm (3.4 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, April, Utrecht experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 57 mm (2.2 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). The city receives 215 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 15°C (59°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Utrecht Temperature page.

Utrecht's average annual precipitation is 857 mm (34 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

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