Ponta de São Lourenço Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Ponta de São Lourenço. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Generally, Ponta de São Lourenço receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 511 mm annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Ponta de São Lourenço, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 75 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 12 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 12 mm over 2 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

December, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C and receives 152 hours of sunshine. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 23°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Ponta de São Lourenço Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Madeira

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Madeira. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Ponta de São Lourenço’s average annual precipitation is 511 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages [964 mm], with snowy winters and rainy summers.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

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.

Sea vs. Land Precipitation

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

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