Vevey Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Vevey, Vaud, Switzerland. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Vevey has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1553 mm (61 in) of rain/snowfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Despite minor fluctuations, Vevey enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In July, you can expect around 151 mm (5.9 in) of precipitation, while in March, Vevey receives about 109 mm (4.3 in).

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). The city receives 257 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 9°C (48°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Vevey Temperature page.

Vevey's average annual precipitation is 1553 mm (61 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

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.

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