Masoala Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Masoala, Sava Region, Madagascar. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Masoala has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2677 mm (105 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The seasons in Masoala, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, March, receives heavy snowfall, with an average of 427 mm (17 in) of precipitation. This snowfall is distributed across 25 snowy days.

In contrast, the driest month, September, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 90 mm (3.5 in) over 8 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

March, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Masoala Temperature page.

Masoala's average annual precipitation is 2677 mm (105 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Masoala:

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

For more detailed information about Masoala's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Masoala Climate page.