Average Rainy - Precipitation days in Garapan

Over the course of the year, Garapan experiences 1894 mm of rain across 244 days. On this page you will discover more about the number of precipitation days.

Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days

August is usually the wettest with 352 mm of rain over 21 rainy days, whereas March averages 50 mm during its 20 rainy days.

Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide

On average, Garapan receives over 244 days of precipitation annually. For comparison, here is some data from popular tourist destinations around the world:

In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, there are about 29 precipitation days annually, reflecting its dry desert environment.

In Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the city experiences around 212 precipitation days annually, consistent with its tropical rainforest climate.

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.

In Shanghai, China, there are approximately 147 precipitation days per year, with a humid subtropical climate.

Melbourne, Australia, has about 120 precipitation days annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

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 Garapan, visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.