Cabo de Santo Agostinho Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Cabo de Santo Agostinho, Pernambuco, Brazil. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Cabo de Santo Agostinho experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1311 mm (52 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct rainy 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))

Cabo de Santo Agostinho can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 202 mm (8 in) of precipitation over 29 rainy days.

In contrast November, experiences much drier conditions, with 49 mm (1.9 in) of rainfall, spread across 15 rainy days.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). The city receives 168 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 Cabo de Santo Agostinho 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.

Cabo de Santo Agostinho vs World: Rainfall Compared

Cabo de Santo Agostinho's average annual precipitation is 1311 mm (52 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

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

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.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Cabo de Santo Agostinho:

• 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.

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

For more detailed information about Cabo de Santo Agostinho's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Cabo de Santo Agostinho Climate page.