Average Rainy - Precipitation days in Martin
Over the course of the year, Martin experiences 1021 mm of rain/snow across 174 days. On this page you will discover more about the number of precipitation days.
Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days
Precipitation peaks in July with 119 mm falling over 15 rainy days. The driest period is January, receiving 69 mm across 15 snowy days.
Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide
Martin's average annual precipitation falls over 174 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.
Singapore, Singapore, records about 175 precipitation days per year, with rain spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
In Barcelona, Spain, there are approximately 121 precipitation days per year, evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Boston, USA, experiences 134 precipitation days annually, including significant snow during winter.
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 Martin, visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.