Vlaardingen Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Vlaardingen. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

On average, Vlaardingen receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 857 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Precipitation levels in Vlaardingen remain relatively steady throughout the year. August has the most rain, with 85 mm over 13 days. In April, this drops slightly to 53 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.

August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C. The city receives 203 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 15°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Vlaardingen Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in the Netherlands

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Vlaardingen’s average annual precipitation is 857 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm, with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

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

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

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

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Interesting weather facts

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