Saint-Pierreville Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Saint-Pierreville, 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.

Saint-Pierreville is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1266 mm (50 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, October receives substantial rainfall, averaging 163 mm (6.4 in) of precipitation, recorded across 11 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, February brings less rainfall, with 69 mm (2.7 in) over 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 Saint-Pierreville 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.

Saint-Pierreville vs World: Rainfall Compared

Saint-Pierreville's average annual precipitation is 1266 mm (50 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.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

• 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 Saint-Pierreville's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Saint-Pierreville Climate page.