Baie Longue Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Baie Longue, Saint Martin. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

On average, Baie Longue receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 917 mm (36 in). Despite this overall moderate level, the city experiences distinct dry season during certain months throughout the year, as illustrated in the precipitation charts below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The seasons in Baie Longue, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives high rainfall, with an average of 139 mm (5.5 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 20 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, March, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 31 mm (1.2 in) over 13 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 244 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Baie Longue Temperature page.

Explore Baie Longue's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026

Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Baie Longue spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.

Historical weather Temperatures Precipitation

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Annual Rainfall in Saint Martin: City Comparison

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

Baie Longue vs World: Rainfall Compared

Baie Longue's average annual precipitation is 917 mm (36 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.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

• "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
• The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
• The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.

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