Les Terres Basses Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Les Terres Basses. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Generally, Les Terres Basses receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 917 mm annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C. The city receives 244 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 27°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Les Terres Basses Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in Saint Martin
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Saint Martin. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Les Terres Basses’s average annual precipitation is 917 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.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
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.
Global Warming and Precipitation
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Les Terres Basses:
- 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.
For more detailed information about Les Terres Basses’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Les Terres Basses Climate page.
Current rainfall in Les Terres Basses
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