Five Islands Village Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Five Islands Village, Antigua, Antigua & Barbuda. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Generally, Five Islands Village experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 933 mm (37 in) yearly. However, this average masks significant seasonal variation, including a distinct dry season during certain months that are clearly visible in our monthly breakdown below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The climate in Five Islands Village shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 141 mm (5.6 in) of precipitation during the wettest month October, distributed over 20 rainy days.

In contrast, March offers drier and sunnier days, with around 31 mm (1.2 in) of rainfall over 13 rainy days.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Five Islands Village Temperature page.

Five Islands Village's average annual precipitation is 933 mm (37 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.

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.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

• 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 Five Islands Village's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Five Islands Village Climate page.