Vikersund Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Vikersund, Buskerud, Norway. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Generally, Vikersund has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 996 mm (39 in) of rain/snowfall annually.

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. August brings wetter days averaging 108 mm (4.3 in) of precipitation, spread over 16 rainy days.

In contrast, February experiences a drier climate, with about 56 mm (2.2 in) of snowfall spread across 13 snowy days.

August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 210 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 0°C (32°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Vikersund Temperature page.

Vikersund's average annual precipitation is 996 mm (39 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.

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.

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.

• "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
• The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
• The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA, over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.

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