Kumak Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Kumak, New Caledonia. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Kumak experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1043 mm (41 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct dry season during certain months. You can clearly see this in our monthly precipitation graphs below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Kumak can be quite wet during March, receiving approximately 162 mm (6.4 in) of precipitation over 13 rainy days.
In contrast October, experiences much drier conditions, with 33 mm (1.3 in) of rainfall, spread across 6 rainy days.
March, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). The city receives 207 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month October you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Kumak Temperature page.
Explore Kumak's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Kumak spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in New Caledonia: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across New Caledonia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
heavy rainfall
high
moderate
low
almost none
Kumak vs World: Rainfall Compared
Kumak's average annual precipitation is 1043 mm (41 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Kumak's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Kumak Climate page.