Moundou Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Moundou, Chad. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Generally, Moundou receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 991 mm (39 in) annually. The distribution varies significantly throughout the year, with a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months, as shown in our charts below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, August receives substantial rainfall, averaging 279 mm (11 in) of precipitation, recorded across 17 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, January brings less rainfall, with 0 mm (0 in) over 0 rainy days.
August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). The city receives 171 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 34°C (93°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Moundou Temperature page.
Explore Moundou's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Moundou spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Chad: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Chad. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Moundou vs World: Rainfall Compared
Moundou's average annual precipitation is 991 mm (39 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Moundou:
- 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.
- 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 Moundou's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Moundou Climate page.
