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Average Rainy - Precipitation days in Paarl

Paarl sees 93 days of precipitation annually, totaling to 818 mm of rain. Learn more about it on this page.

Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days

The wettest month is June, with 11 rainy days bringing 155 mm of rain. In contrast, February sees 4 rainy days with 19 mm of rain.

Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide

Paarl's average annual precipitation falls over 93 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.

Singapore, Singapore, records about 175 precipitation days per year, with rain spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

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

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

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 Paarl, visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.


Current rainfall in Paarl

Fri   Jan 31
24°C | 15°C
SW 4 m/s
5.1 mm
broken clouds and slight rain

broken clouds and slight rain

Sat   Feb 01
28°C | 13°C
SW 5 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Sun   Feb 02
25°C | 15°C
SW 4 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

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