Barèges Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Barèges, Midi-Pyrénées, France. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Barèges experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1652 mm (65 in) of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Precipitation levels in Barèges remain relatively steady throughout the year. May has the most rain, with 176 mm (6.9 in) over 17 days. In February, this drops slightly to 113 mm (4.4 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable.

May, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C (59°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 6°C (43°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Barèges Temperature page.

Barèges's average annual precipitation is 1652 mm (65 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

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.

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