Bagnac Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Bagnac, Auvergne, France. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Bagnac has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1160 mm (46 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 Bagnac remain relatively steady throughout the year. April has the most rain, with 113 mm (4.4 in) over 15 days. In July, this drops slightly to 72 mm (2.8 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable.
April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C (63°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Bagnac Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in France: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across France. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Bagnac vs World: Rainfall Compared
Bagnac's average annual precipitation is 1160 mm (46 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.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
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.
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
- Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.
For more detailed information about Bagnac's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Bagnac Climate page.
