El Limón Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in El Limón, Dominican Republic. 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.
El Limón has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1148 mm (45 in) of rainfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. May brings wetter days averaging 129 mm (5.1 in) of precipitation, spread over 13 rainy days.
In contrast, February experiences a drier climate, with about 61 mm (2.4 in) of rainfall spread across 11 rainy days.
May, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our El Limón Temperature page.
Explore El Limón's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for El Limón spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in the Dominican Republic: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across the Dominican Republic. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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El Limón vs World: Rainfall Compared
El Limón's average annual precipitation is 1148 mm (45 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
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.
- "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 El Limón's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our El Limón Climate page.
