Dibba Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Dibba, Musandam Governorate, Oman. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Dibba sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 147 mm (5.8 in) of rainfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Dibba can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 36 mm (1.4 in) of precipitation over 2 rainy days.
In contrast May, experiences much drier conditions, with 0.4 mm (0.02 in) of rainfall, spread across a single rainy day.
January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 35°C (95°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Dibba Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Oman: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Oman. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Dibba vs World: Rainfall Compared
Dibba's average annual precipitation is 147 mm (5.8 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.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
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 Dibba:
- 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.
- 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 Dibba's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Dibba Climate page.
