Saint-Pierre-Aigle Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Saint-Pierre-Aigle, Picardy, France. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Generally, Saint-Pierre-Aigle has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 789 mm (31 in) of rain/snowfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Year-round, Saint-Pierre-Aigle has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, December, with 83 mm (3.3 in), and the driest month, September, with 55 mm (2.2 in), is minimal.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 8°C (46°F). The city receives 46 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 22°C (72°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Saint-Pierre-Aigle 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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Saint-Pierre-Aigle vs World: Rainfall Compared
Saint-Pierre-Aigle's average annual precipitation is 789 mm (31 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
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.
The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
- Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.
- "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 Saint-Pierre-Aigle's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Saint-Pierre-Aigle Climate page.
