Assomada Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Assomada, Santiago Island, Cape Verde. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Assomada experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation with almost no rainfall, generally receiving 195 mm (7.7 in) annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Assomada shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 77 mm (3 in) of precipitation during the wettest month September, distributed over 7 rainy days.
In contrast, May offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0.7 mm (0.03 in) of rainfall over 3 rainy days.
September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 219 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Assomada Temperature page.
Explore Assomada's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Assomada spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Cape Verde: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Cape Verde. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Assomada vs World: Rainfall Compared
Assomada's average annual precipitation is 195 mm (7.7 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
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.
Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:
- 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 Assomada's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Assomada Climate page.
