Colmar sits deep in the rain shadow of the Vosges mountains, making it one of France’s driest cities despite its otherwise wet regional surroundings.
When storms do form, they’re usually short summer convective bursts rather than the prolonged rain typical of the rest of Alsace. Learn more: Lightning Tracker Explained · Open the full Rain Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Colmar right now?
The map above shows recent radar observations over Colmar, Grand Est where coverage is available. Use the map legend and timestamp to interpret the imagery. A blank map over Colmar can mean no detected precipitation, missing coverage, delayed data, or rain too light for radar to detect.
How often does the Colmar rain radar update?
Updates depend on the radar provider and local network. Check the timestamp on the map for the latest available frame, and press play to compare recent observations. Radar imagery can lag conditions on the ground.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Colmar?
Press play to compare recent radar frames over Grand Est and see the direction of detected rain. This can help you assess approaching showers near Colmar, but storms can grow or change direction; check your local weather service for forecasts and warnings.
Is this Colmar rain radar free to use?
Yes, completely free – no account, app download, or sign-up required. It works in any browser on desktop and mobile.
Rain in Colmar by month
Colmar gets about 846 mm (33.3 in) of rain in an average year. The wettest month is May, with 96 mm (3.8 in), and the driest is February, with 48 mm (1.9 in).
| Month | Average rain | Average temperature |
|---|---|---|
| January | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 0.2 °C (32 °F) |
| February | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 1.2 °C (34 °F) |
| March | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 5.2 °C (41 °F) |
| April | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 9.8 °C (50 °F) |
| May | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 13.9 °C (57 °F) |
| June | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 18.1 °C (65 °F) |
| July | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 19.8 °C (68 °F) |
| August | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 19.3 °C (67 °F) |
| September | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 14.9 °C (59 °F) |
| October | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 10.3 °C (51 °F) |
| November | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 4.8 °C (41 °F) |
| December | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 1.0 °C (34 °F) |
Long-term monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis). They describe the wider area around Colmar and can differ slightly from local weather-station records.