Flecheiras Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Flecheiras, Ceará, Brazil. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Flecheiras has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1202 mm (47 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Flecheiras shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 292 mm (11 in) of precipitation during the wettest month April, distributed over 29 rainy days.
In contrast, September offers drier and sunnier days, with around 8.6 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall over 13 rainy days.
April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Flecheiras Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Brazil: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Brazil. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Flecheiras vs World: Rainfall Compared
Flecheiras's average annual precipitation is 1202 mm (47 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
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.
- 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 Flecheiras's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Flecheiras Climate page.
