Dona Paula Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Dona Paula, Goa, India. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Dona Paula has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2799 mm (110 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct dry and rainy 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))

Dona Paula can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 892 mm (35 in) of precipitation over 25 rainy days.

In contrast January, experiences much drier conditions, with 1.2 mm (0.05 in) of rainfall, spread across 0 rainy days.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 106 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Dona Paula Temperature page.

Dona Paula's average annual precipitation is 2799 mm (110 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly 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.

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.

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

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