Average Rainy - Precipitation days in Long Jetty

Over the course of the year, Long Jetty experiences 999 mm of rain across 131 days. On this page you will discover more about the number of precipitation days.

Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days

Precipitation peaks in February with 119 mm falling over 12 rainy days. The driest period is August, receiving 58 mm across 10 rainy days.

Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide

On average, Long Jetty receives over 131 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 Bogotá, Colombia, there are around 188 precipitation days annually, typical for its high-altitude tropical climate.

Seville, Spain, experiences 103 precipitation days annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.

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

Buenos AiresBuenos Aires, Argentina, has around 92 precipitation days annually, mostly during 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 Long Jetty, visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.