Varaždin Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Varaždin, Varaždin County, Croatia. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

On average, Varaždin receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 910 mm (36 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Varaždin, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, September, receives high rainfall, with an average of 103 mm (4.1 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 12 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snow/rainfall, totaling 44 mm (1.7 in) over 11 snowy/rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). The city receives 192 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 5°C (41°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Varaždin Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Croatia: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Croatia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Varaždin vs World: Rainfall Compared

Varaždin's average annual precipitation is 910 mm (36 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

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

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

For more detailed information about Varaždin's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Varaždin Climate page.