Climate for Station: Strasbourg-Entzheim, Grand Est, France
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Climate Analysis & Overview
The climate profile of Strasbourg-Entzheim reveals a warming trend with a notable increase in temperatures over the past decade, set against a backdrop of more evenly distributed precipitation. This aligns with regional efforts in France to mitigate climate change impacts and adapt to evolving weather patterns.
Köppen Climate Context
Strasbourg-Entzheim is situated in a region characterized by a temperate oceanic climate (Cfb) according to the Köppen classification. This climate type typically features mild summers and cool winters. The station's location, near the Vosges Mountains and the Rhine River, influences its weather patterns, moderating temperatures and contributing to a relatively stable climate. These geographical features play a crucial role in the area's climatic behaviour, buffering extreme temperature fluctuations.
Warming Trends and Temperature Shifts
Over the past decade, Strasbourg-Entzheim has experienced a notable warming trend. High temperatures have increased by 0.96°C (1.73°F), while low temperatures have risen by 0.86°C (1.55°F). This is more pronounced than the all-time trends, where highs have risen by 0.27°C (0.49°F) and lows by 0.24°C (0.43°F). This suggests a recent acceleration in warming, which is consistent with broader patterns observed across France and Europe. The highest recorded temperature at the station is 38.9°C (102.0°F), contrasting sharply with the lowest of -23.6°C (-10.5°F), illustrating the range of thermal extremes possible in this region.
Precipitation Patterns: A More Even Distribution
The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) at Strasbourg-Entzheim has decreased from a baseline of 11.1 to a current value of 10.0. The PCI measures how precipitation is distributed over time, with lower values indicating more evenly spread rainfall events. This marginal decrease suggests that precipitation is becoming more evenly distributed throughout the year, reducing the risk of intense rainfall events and potential flooding. This trend is beneficial for agriculture and water management, aligning with France's climate goals to enhance resilience against extreme weather.
Regional Climate Goals and Implications
France has been proactive in setting ambitious climate goals, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase renewable energy use. The observed warming trends and changes in precipitation distribution at Strasbourg-Entzheim underscore the importance of these efforts. As temperatures continue to rise, understanding these localised climate changes is crucial for developing effective adaptation strategies. The data from Strasbourg-Entzheim provides valuable insights into the broader climate dynamics at play in the Grand Est region, informing both policy and practical responses to climate change.
Impacts of Recent Weather Events
Recent weather events, such as heatwaves and heavy rainfall, have highlighted the vulnerabilities of the region to climate variability. The warming trends and more evenly distributed precipitation observed at Strasbourg-Entzheim suggest a shift towards conditions that could mitigate some of these impacts. However, the potential for extreme events remains, necessitating ongoing monitoring and adaptation efforts to safeguard the community and infrastructure against future climate-related challenges.
Station Statistics
10-Year Trend
High: +0.96 °C/decade
Low: +0.86 °C/decade
Rain: +0.16 mm/decade
25-Year Trend
High: +0.90 °C/decade
Low: +0.36 °C/decade
Rain: -0.02 mm/decade
50-Year Trend
High: +0.72 °C/decade
Low: +0.40 °C/decade
Rain: -0.01 mm/decade
All-Time Trend
High: +0.27 °C/decade
Low: +0.24 °C/decade
Rain: +0.01 mm/decade
Percentage Above-Average Days
Last 12 Months: 59.2%
This Year: 53.7%
Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️
Last 12 Months: 10.3
Historical Average: 12.0
Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️
High: 93rd percentile
Low: 92nd percentile
Rain: 66th percentile
Change in Variance ℹ️
High: +2.1%
Low: -5.5%
Intraday: +7.4%
Data Coverage
91.8%
First Year of Data
1923
Station Location
Historical Weather Records
| Max High | Avg High | Min High | Max Avg | Avg Avg | Min Avg | Max Low | Avg Low | Min Low | Max Precipitation | Avg Precipitation | Max Snow | Avg Snow | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 38.9 °C | — | -15.0 °C | 29.6 °C | — | -17.5 °C | 23.8 °C | — | -23.6 °C | 65.6 mm | — | — | — |
| January | 17.6 °C | 4.4 °C | -12.6 °C | 14.1 °C | 1.6 °C | -17.5 °C | 11.9 °C | -1.1 °C | -23.6 °C | 31.6 mm | 1.2 mm | — | — |
| February | 21.1 °C | 6.4 °C | -15.0 °C | 15.0 °C | 2.9 °C | -14.3 °C | 12.2 °C | -0.8 °C | -22.3 °C | 36.0 mm | 1.2 mm | — | — |
| March | 26.3 °C | 11.3 °C | -5.0 °C | 19.2 °C | 6.6 °C | -7.7 °C | 13.4 °C | 1.7 °C | -16.7 °C | 26.2 mm | 1.1 mm | — | — |
| April | 30.0 °C | 15.7 °C | 1.3 °C | 21.2 °C | 10.3 °C | -0.4 °C | 15.4 °C | 4.9 °C | -5.6 °C | 36.7 mm | 1.5 mm | — | — |
| May | 34.6 °C | 19.9 °C | 4.9 °C | 25.8 °C | 14.6 °C | 4.3 °C | 20.4 °C | 8.9 °C | -3.9 °C | 65.6 mm | 2.3 mm | — | — |
| June | 38.8 °C | 23.3 °C | 9.0 °C | 29.3 °C | 18.0 °C | 7.8 °C | 23.8 °C | 12.3 °C | 1.1 °C | 55.7 mm | 2.5 mm | — | — |
| July | 38.9 °C | 25.4 °C | 13.4 °C | 29.6 °C | 19.8 °C | 11.8 °C | 23.3 °C | 13.9 °C | 4.9 °C | 44.2 mm | 2.2 mm | — | — |
| August | 38.7 °C | 24.9 °C | 13.8 °C | 29.2 °C | 19.1 °C | 10.9 °C | 22.2 °C | 13.5 °C | 4.8 °C | 56.6 mm | 2.3 mm | — | — |
| September | 33.4 °C | 21.2 °C | 9.0 °C | 24.5 °C | 15.5 °C | 4.7 °C | 21.2 °C | 10.4 °C | -1.3 °C | 58.4 mm | 1.9 mm | — | — |
| October | 31.0 °C | 15.2 °C | 1.9 °C | 21.9 °C | 10.7 °C | 0.0 °C | 18.2 °C | 6.5 °C | -7.6 °C | 41.0 mm | 1.6 mm | — | — |
| November | 22.1 °C | 8.6 °C | -3.4 °C | 18.4 °C | 5.7 °C | -6.3 °C | 16.6 °C | 2.6 °C | -10.8 °C | 37.2 mm | 1.5 mm | — | — |
| December | 18.6 °C | 4.9 °C | -10.3 °C | 15.1 °C | 2.7 °C | -12.5 °C | 13.4 °C | -0.2 °C | -22.2 °C | 27.2 mm | 1.2 mm | — | — |
Data Visualisations
Remove WatermarksCurrent Year Climate Trends vs Historical
Max Temperature this Year | 1 of 6
Climate 12-Month Moving Averages
Max Temperature 12-Month MA | 1 of 6
Daily Data Points and Averages Throughout the Year
Average Max Temperature Throughout Year | 1 of 5
