Wapse Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Wapse, Drenthe, Netherlands. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Generally, Wapse receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 871 mm annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, July, sees around 94 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, April, still receives a respectable 56 mm of rainfall.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C. The city receives 189 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 Wapse 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.
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Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Wapse’s average annual precipitation is 871 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm, making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
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.
Global Warming and Precipitation
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Wapse:
- 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.
For more detailed information about Wapse’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Wapse Climate page.
Current rainfall in Wapse
