Average Rainy - Precipitation days in Papao

Papao sees 139 days of precipitation annually, totaling to 722 mm of rain. Learn more about it on this page.

Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days

June is usually the wettest with 173 mm of rain over 21 rainy days, whereas January averages 16 mm during its 5 rainy days.

Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide

On average, Papao receives over 139 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.

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

Melbourne, Australia, has about 120 precipitation days annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

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 Papao, visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.