Vlagtwedde Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Vlagtwedde, Groningen Province, Netherlands. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Generally, Vlagtwedde receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 854 mm (34 in) annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Year-round, Vlagtwedde has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, July, with 90 mm (3.5 in), and the driest month, April, with 56 mm (2.2 in), is minimal.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). The city receives 214 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 Vlagtwedde Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in the Netherlands: City Comparison
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.
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Vlagtwedde vs World: Rainfall Compared
Vlagtwedde's average annual precipitation is 854 mm (34 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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 Vlagtwedde's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Vlagtwedde Climate page.
