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Super Besse Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Super Besse, Auvergne, France. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Super Besse has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1108 mm (44 in) of rain/snowfall per year.

Monthly Rainfall & Rainy Days

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Year-round, Super Besse has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, May, with 111 mm (4.4 in), and the driest month, March, with 76 mm (3 in), is minimal.

May, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Super Besse 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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Super Besse vs World: Rainfall Compared

Super Besse's average annual precipitation is 1108 mm (44 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.

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.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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.

  • 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.
  • Interesting weather facts

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

    Super Besse Weather by Month

    Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Super Besse - and find the best time to visit.

    Super Besse 3-Day Forecast

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    Temperature Rainfall

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