Plougonvelin Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Plougonvelin, Brittany, France. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Plougonvelin experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1045 mm (41 in) of precipitation annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Plougonvelin shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 134 mm (5.3 in) of precipitation during the wettest month December, distributed over 21 rainy days.
In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 51 mm (2 in) of rainfall over 13 rainy days.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 13°C (55°F). The city receives 63 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 18°C (64°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Plougonvelin 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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Plougonvelin vs World: Rainfall Compared
Plougonvelin's average annual precipitation is 1045 mm (41 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
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.
- 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 Plougonvelin's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Plougonvelin Climate page.
