Cabedelo Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Cabedelo, Paraíba, Brazil. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Cabedelo experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1187 mm (47 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct dry season during certain months. You can clearly see this in our monthly precipitation graphs below.

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, June receives substantial rainfall, averaging 174 mm (6.9 in) of precipitation, recorded across 24 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, November brings less rainfall, with 34 mm (1.3 in) over 10 rainy days.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). The city receives 183 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Cabedelo Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Brazil: City Comparison

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

Cabedelo vs World: Rainfall Compared

Cabedelo's average annual precipitation is 1187 mm (47 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

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.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Cabedelo:

• 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.

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