Balaclava Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Balaclava, Mauritius. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

On average, Balaclava receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 868 mm (34 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))

Balaclava can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 178 mm (7 in) of precipitation over 17 rainy days.

In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 25 mm (1 in) of rainfall, spread across 15 rainy days.

January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 250 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 25°C (77°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Balaclava Temperature page.

Balaclava's average annual precipitation is 868 mm (34 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 Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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.

• 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 Balaclava's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Balaclava Climate page.