Fos-sur-Mer Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Fos-sur-Mer. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Generally, Fos-sur-Mer receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 631 mm annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Fos-sur-Mer can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 92 mm of precipitation over 9 rainy days.

In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 14 mm of rainfall, spread across 4 rainy days.

November, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 31°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Fos-sur-Mer Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in France

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Fos-sur-Mer’s average annual precipitation is 631 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.

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

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Fos-sur-Mer:

• 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.

For more detailed information about Fos-sur-Mer’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Fos-sur-Mer Climate page.