Duqm Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Duqm, Al Wusta, Oman. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Duqm is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 43 mm (1.7 in).
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Year-round, Duqm has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, June, with 12 mm (0.5 in), and the driest month, February, with 0.9 mm (0.04 in), is minimal.
June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 38°C (100°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Duqm 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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Duqm vs World: Rainfall Compared
Duqm's average annual precipitation is 43 mm (1.7 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
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.
- 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 Duqm's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Duqm Climate page.
