Average Rainy - Precipitation days in Mata Utu

Over the course of the year, Mata Utu in Wallis & Futuna, experiences 2922 mm of rain across 212 days. On this page, you will discover more about the number of precipitation days.

Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days

February is usually the wettest with 373 mm of rain over 18 rainy days, whereas August averages 126 mm during its 19 rainy days.

Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide

On average, Mata Utu receives over 212 days of precipitation annually. For comparison, here is some data from popular tourist destinations around the world:

In Cairo, Egypt, there are only about 16 precipitation days annually, making it one of the driest capitals in the world.

Singapore, Singapore, records about 175 precipitation days per year, with rain spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

The city of Rome, Italy, averages 131 precipitation days annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Chicago, USA, has 133 precipitation days annually, with a mix of rain and snow.

Beijing, China, averages 72 precipitation days annually, concentrated in the summer months.

Perth, Australia, sees approximately 103 precipitation days annually, mostly during the winter months.

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 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 Mata Utu , visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.