Araçuaí Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Araçuaí, Minas Gerais, Brazil. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
On average, Araçuaí receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 619 mm (24 in). Despite this overall moderate level, the city experiences distinct dry season during certain months throughout the year, as illustrated in the precipitation charts below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Araçuaí shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 138 mm (5.4 in) of precipitation during the wettest month December, distributed over 22 rainy days.
In contrast, August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 5.2 mm (0.2 in) of rainfall over 12 rainy days.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C (90°F). The city receives 176 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Araçuaí Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Brazil: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Brazil. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Araçuaí vs World: Rainfall Compared
Araçuaí's average annual precipitation is 619 mm (24 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
- Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.
For more detailed information about Araçuaí's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Araçuaí Climate page.
