Average Rainy - Precipitation days in La Ferrière
La Ferrière sees 170 days of precipitation annually, totaling to 1700 mm of rain/snow. Learn more about it on this page.
Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days
The wettest month is May, with 17 rainy days bringing 173 mm of rain. In contrast, October sees 13 rainy days with 124 mm of rain.
Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide
La Ferrière's average annual precipitation falls over 170 days. Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
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.
In Athens, Greece, it rains around 70 days in the year; therefore, it is one of the driest Mediterranean cities, mainly dominated by winter rainfall.
In Toronto, Canada, there are about 126 precipitation days per year, with snowfall occurring in winter and rainfall in summer.
Beijing, China, averages 72 precipitation days annually, concentrated in the summer months.
Adelaide, Australia, records about 86 precipitation days per year, with dry summers and wet winters.
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 La Ferrière, visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.