Blue Bay Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Blue Bay, Mauritius. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Blue Bay has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1153 mm (45 in) of rainfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, February receives substantial rainfall, averaging 210 mm (8.3 in) of precipitation, recorded across 17 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, October brings less rainfall, with 42 mm (1.7 in) over 13 rainy days.
February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 224 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month October you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Blue Bay Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Mauritius: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Mauritius. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Blue Bay vs World: Rainfall Compared
Blue Bay's average annual precipitation is 1153 mm (45 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
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 Blue Bay's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Blue Bay Climate page.
