Guillestre Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Guillestre. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Guillestre has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1069 mm of rain/snowfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Guillestre shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 124 mm of precipitation during the wettest month November, distributed over 13 snowy days.

In contrast, August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 55 mm of rainfall over 13 rainy days.

November, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 2°C. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 19°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Guillestre 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

Guillestre’s average annual precipitation is 1069 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm of rainfall mostly during the winter months.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm, making it wetter than Sydney.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

Interesting weather facts

• Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters of rain falling every year.
• In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm 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 Guillestre’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Guillestre Climate page.