Le Collet-de-Dèze Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Le Collet-de-Dèze, Languedoc-Roussillon, 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.
Le Collet-de-Dèze has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1360 mm (54 in) of rain/snowfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Le Collet-de-Dèze shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 207 mm (8.1 in) of precipitation during the wettest month October, distributed over 11 rainy days.
In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 50 mm (2 in) of rainfall over 7 rainy days.
October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). The city receives 169 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Le Collet-de-Dèze 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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Le Collet-de-Dèze vs World: Rainfall Compared
Le Collet-de-Dèze's average annual precipitation is 1360 mm (54 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) 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 (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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 Le Collet-de-Dèze:
- 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 Le Collet-de-Dèze's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Le Collet-de-Dèze Climate page.
