Average Rainy - Precipitation days in Suva
Suva sees 222 days of precipitation annually, totaling to 2402 mm of rain. Learn more about it on this page.
Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days
January is usually the wettest with 293 mm of rain over 18 rainy days, whereas July averages 103 mm during its 19 rainy days.
Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide
On average, Suva receives over 222 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.
The climate in San Francisco, USA, sees around 70 precipitation days annually, mostly during the winter months.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 198 precipitation days annually, with wetter summers compared to winter.
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 Suva, visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.