Le Crestet Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Le Crestet, Rhône-Alps, France. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Le Crestet has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1076 mm (42 in) of rain/snowfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. October brings wetter days averaging 123 mm (4.8 in) of precipitation, spread over 12 rainy days.

In contrast, February experiences a drier climate, with about 63 mm (2.5 in) of rainfall spread across 12 rainy days.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C (63°F). The city receives 154 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 9°C (48°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Le Crestet Temperature page.

Le Crestet's average annual precipitation is 1076 mm (42 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.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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.

• "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
• The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
• The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA, over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.

For more detailed information about Le Crestet's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Le Crestet Climate page.