Addu Atoll Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Addu Atoll. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Addu Atoll experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1874 mm of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Addu Atoll shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 214 mm of precipitation during the wettest month November, distributed over 14 rainy days.

In contrast, February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 83 mm of rainfall over 7 rainy days.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 29°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Addu Atoll Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in the Maldives

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Addu Atoll’s average annual precipitation is 1874 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm, evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

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

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

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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.

Interesting weather facts

• Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters of rain falling every year.
• In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm 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 Addu Atoll’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Addu Atoll Climate page.