Sanilhac Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Sanilhac, Rhône-Alps, France. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Sanilhac is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1344 mm (53 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Sanilhac can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 193 mm (7.6 in) of precipitation over 11 rainy days.

In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 58 mm (2.3 in) of rainfall, spread across 7 rainy days.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). The city receives 154 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Sanilhac Temperature page.

Sanilhac's average annual precipitation is 1344 mm (53 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.

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

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

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 Sanilhac's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Sanilhac Climate page.