Average Rainy - Precipitation days in Nova Iguaçu

Over the course of the year, Nova Iguaçu experiences 1479 mm of rain across 171 days. On this page you will discover more about the number of precipitation days.

Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days

January is usually the wettest with 244 mm of rain over 20 rainy days, whereas August averages 38 mm during its 9 rainy days.

Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide

On average, Nova Iguaçu receives over 171 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.

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are an average of 113 precipitation days annually, characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, sees around 70 precipitation days annually, mostly during the winter months.

Beijing, China, averages 72 precipitation days annually, concentrated in the summer months.

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 Nova Iguaçu, visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.