Average Rainy - Precipitation days in Aruba
With 83 days and 650 mm of annual rain, Aruba has a moderate precipitation pattern. On this page, you can learn everything about the number of precipitation days.
Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days
The wettest month is November, with 10 rainy days bringing 146 mm of rain. In contrast, March sees 4 rainy days with 19 mm of rain.
Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide
On average, Aruba receives over 83 days of precipitation annually. For comparison, here is some data from popular tourist destinations around the world:Las Vegas, USA, gets about 26 precipitation days annually, which is typical for its arid desert climate.
In Bogotá, Colombia, there are around 188 precipitation days annually, typical for its high-altitude tropical climate.
Seville, Spain, experiences 103 precipitation days annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
Boston, USA, experiences 134 precipitation days annually, including significant snow during winter.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 198 precipitation days annually, with wetter summers compared to winter.
Adelaide, Australia, records about 86 precipitation days per year, with dry summers and wet winters.
Rain Facts From Around the Globe
Let’s explore more fascinating precipitation records:
- Tutunendo, Colombia, gets about 340 days of rain every year, which arguably makes it the wettest place in the world.
- On RĂ©union Island, a tropical cyclone generated 1825 mm in just 24 hours.
- Singapore receives thunder on 167 days in the year and is considered one of the most thunderous cities in the world.
- The smallest drops that fall are called drizzle drops, and they have a diameter of 0.5 mm.
- Some heavy storms generate "diamond dust," which consists of very small ice crystals that float in the air.
For more detailed information about rainfall patterns in Aruba, visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.