Canaã dos Carajás Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Canaã dos Carajás, Brazil. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Canaã dos Carajás has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1652 mm (65 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Canaã dos Carajás can be quite wet during February, receiving approximately 281 mm (11 in) of precipitation over 25 rainy days.
In contrast August, experiences much drier conditions, with 6.9 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall, spread across 11 rainy days.
February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 35°C (95°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Canaã dos Carajás 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.
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Canaã dos Carajás vs World: Rainfall Compared
Canaã dos Carajás's average annual precipitation is 1652 mm (65 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
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.
- 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 Canaã dos Carajás's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Canaã dos Carajás Climate page.
