Average Rainy - Precipitation days in Dunedin
Over the course of the year, Dunedin experiences 973 mm of rain/snow across 163 days. On this page you will discover more about the number of precipitation days.
Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days
Precipitation peaks in December with 118 mm falling over 15 rainy days. The driest period is July, receiving 52 mm across 15 rainy days.
Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide
Dunedin's average annual precipitation falls over 163 days. Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Cairo, Egypt, there are only about 16 precipitation days annually, making it one of the driest capitals in the world.
In Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the city experiences around 212 precipitation days annually, consistent with its tropical rainforest climate.
Seville, Spain, experiences 103 precipitation days annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
In Toronto, Canada, there are about 126 precipitation days per year, with snowfall occurring in winter and rainfall in summer.
In Shanghai, China, there are approximately 147 precipitation days per year, with a humid subtropical climate.
Perth, Australia, sees approximately 103 precipitation days annually, mostly during the winter months.
Fun facts about Rain from Around the World
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 Réunion 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 Dunedin, visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.
