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 live radar map above shows precipitation over Colmar, Grand Est in real time. Blue shades indicate light rain, while yellow, orange, and red mark heavier downpours. If no colored echoes appear over Colmar, no significant rain is currently being detected.
How often does the Colmar rain radar update?
The radar refreshes continuously, typically every few minutes, so the map reflects current conditions rather than an hours-old forecast. Press play to animate the most recent frames.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Colmar?
Yes. Press play on the radar to animate the last few hours of rainfall and watch which way rain cells over Grand Est are moving – the clearest way to judge whether a shower will reach Colmar or pass by.
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.