Curepipe Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Curepipe, Plaines Wilhems, Mauritius. 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.

Curepipe has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1038 mm (41 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct dry season during certain months. Have a look at our detailed charts below to see how precipitation varies throughout the 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 199 mm (7.8 in) of precipitation, recorded across 17 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, June brings less rainfall, with 35 mm (1.4 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 June you can expect a temperature of 25°C (77°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Curepipe 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.

Curepipe vs World: Rainfall Compared

Curepipe's average annual precipitation is 1038 mm (41 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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.

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