Zeneggen Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Zeneggen, Canton of Valais, Switzerland. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Zeneggen has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1547 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))
Precipitation levels in Zeneggen remain relatively steady throughout the year. May has the most rain, with 150 mm (5.9 in) over 20 days. In February, this drops slightly to 102 mm (4 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable.
May, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 10°C (50°F). The city receives 160 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -3°C (27°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Zeneggen Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Switzerland: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Switzerland. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Zeneggen vs World: Rainfall Compared
Zeneggen's average annual precipitation is 1547 mm (61 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
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.
- 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 Zeneggen's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Zeneggen Climate page.
