Average Rainy - Precipitation days in Les Houches

With 194 days and 1714 mm of annual rain/snow, Les Houches has a moderate precipitation pattern. On this page, you can learn everything about the number of precipitation days.

Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days

Precipitation peaks in December with 175 mm falling over 15 snowy days. The driest period is October, receiving 121 mm across 14 rainy days.

Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide

Les Houches's average annual precipitation falls over 194 days. Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Cairo, Egypt, there are only about 16 precipitation days annually, making it one of the driest capitals in the world.

Singapore, Singapore, records about 175 precipitation days per year, with rain spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Seville, Spain, experiences 103 precipitation days annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.

Boston, USA, experiences 134 precipitation days annually, including significant snow during winter.

Beijing, China, averages 72 precipitation days annually, concentrated in the summer months.

Perth, Australia, sees approximately 103 precipitation days annually, mostly during the winter months.

Fun facts about Rain from Around the World

Let’s explore more fascinating precipitation records:

• Tutunendo, Colombia, gets about 340 days of rain every year, which arguably makes it the wettest place in the world.
• On Réunion Island, a tropical cyclone generated 1825 mm in just 24 hours.
• Singapore receives thunder on 167 days in the year and is considered one of the most thunderous cities in the world.
• The smallest drops that fall are called drizzle drops, and they have a diameter of 0.5 mm.
• Some heavy storms generate "diamond dust," which consists of very small ice crystals that float in the air.

For more detailed information about rainfall patterns in Les Houches, visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.