Cléden-Cap-Sizun Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Cléden-Cap-Sizun, Brittany, France. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Cléden-Cap-Sizun experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1024 mm (40 in) of precipitation annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The seasons in Cléden-Cap-Sizun, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives high rainfall, with an average of 134 mm (5.3 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 21 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, June, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 50 mm (2 in) over 14 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 13°C (55°F). The city receives 63 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 17°C (63°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Cléden-Cap-Sizun 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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Cléden-Cap-Sizun vs World: Rainfall Compared
Cléden-Cap-Sizun's average annual precipitation is 1024 mm (40 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.
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.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Cléden-Cap-Sizun:
- Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
- Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.
- 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 Cléden-Cap-Sizun's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Cléden-Cap-Sizun Climate page.