Giverny Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Giverny, Upper Normandy, France. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Generally, Giverny receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 741 mm (29 in) annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Precipitation levels in Giverny remain relatively steady throughout the year. December has the most rain, with 76 mm (3 in) over 16 days. In September, this drops slightly to 51 mm (2 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable.
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 22°C (72°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Giverny 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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Giverny vs World: Rainfall Compared
Giverny's average annual precipitation is 741 mm (29 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.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
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.
Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:
- 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 Giverny's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Giverny Climate page.
