Paracatu Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Paracatu, Minas Gerais, Brazil. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let’s explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Paracatu has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1451 mm of rainfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Paracatu can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 289 mm of precipitation over 24 rainy days.

In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 1.8 mm of rainfall, spread across 4 rainy days.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C. The city receives 136 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 29°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Paracatu Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Brazil

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Paracatu’s average annual precipitation is 1451 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Paracatu:

• 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.

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