Zepperen Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Zepperen, Limburg, Belgium. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Generally, Zepperen has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 879 mm (35 in) of rain/snowfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

Despite minor fluctuations, Zepperen enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In December, you can expect around 85 mm (3.3 in) of precipitation, while in April, Zepperen receives about 58 mm (2.3 in).

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 8°C (46°F). The city receives 55 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 16°C (61°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Zepperen Temperature page.

Zepperen's average annual precipitation is 879 mm (35 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

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.

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

• "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 Zepperen's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Zepperen Climate page.