Average Rainy - Precipitation days in Kokopo

Over the course of the year, Kokopo in New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea, experiences 2789 mm of rain across 248 days. On this page, you will discover more about the number of precipitation days.

Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days

Precipitation peaks in March with 319 mm falling over 22 rainy days. The driest period is September, receiving 156 mm across 19 rainy days.

Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide

Kokopo's average annual precipitation falls over 248 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 Bogotá, Colombia, there are around 188 precipitation days annually, typical for its high-altitude tropical climate.

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

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 Kokopo, visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.