Criquetot-sur-Longueville Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Criquetot-sur-Longueville, Upper Normandy, France. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Generally, Criquetot-sur-Longueville experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 899 mm (35 in) yearly.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The wettest period in Criquetot-sur-Longueville occurs in December, which receives around 93 mm (3.7 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, September, Criquetot-sur-Longueville experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 65 mm (2.6 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 9°C (48°F). The city receives 51 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 20°C (68°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Criquetot-sur-Longueville Temperature page.

Criquetot-sur-Longueville's average annual precipitation is 899 mm (35 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.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

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.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Criquetot-sur-Longueville:

• 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.

• 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 Criquetot-sur-Longueville's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Criquetot-sur-Longueville Climate page.