Les Mayons Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Les Mayons, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Generally, Les Mayons experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 741 mm (29 in) yearly. However, this average masks significant seasonal variation, including a distinct dry season during certain months that are clearly visible in our monthly breakdown below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Les Mayons shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 115 mm (4.5 in) of precipitation during the wettest month November, distributed over 9 rainy days.

In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 17 mm (0.7 in) of rainfall over 3 rainy days.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C (63°F). The city receives 205 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Les Mayons Temperature page.

Les Mayons's average annual precipitation is 741 mm (29 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

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 Les Mayons:

• 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.

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

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