Cul de Sac Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Cul de Sac, Saint Martin. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Generally, Cul de Sac has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 918 mm (36 in) of rainfall annually. However, it does experience a distinct dry season during certain months. Take a look at our detailed charts below to see the seasonal variation.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The climate in Cul de Sac shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 139 mm (5.5 in) of precipitation during the wettest month October, distributed over 20 rainy days.

In contrast, March offers drier and sunnier days, with around 32 mm (1.3 in) of rainfall over 13 rainy days.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 244 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Cul de Sac Temperature page.

Cul de Sac's average annual precipitation is 918 mm (36 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 Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

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.

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