Average Rainy - Precipitation days in Saint-Jean-des Piles

Over the course of the year, Saint-Jean-des Piles experiences 1169 mm of rain/snow across 152 days. On this page you will discover more about the number of precipitation days.

Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days

The wettest month is July, with 13 rainy days bringing 118 mm of rain. In contrast, February sees 11 snowy days with 72 mm of snow.

Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide

Saint-Jean-des Piles's average annual precipitation falls over 152 days. Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, there are about 29 precipitation days annually, reflecting its dry desert environment.

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

The city of Rome, Italy, averages 131 precipitation days annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

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

In Shanghai, China, there are approximately 147 precipitation days per year, with a humid subtropical climate.

In Tokyo, Japan, the city sees around 181 precipitation days annually, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Rain Facts From Around the Globe

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 Saint-Jean-des Piles, visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.