Fongafale Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Fongafale, Tuvalu. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Fongafale has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 3219 mm (127 in) of rainfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Fongafale experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 402 mm (16 in) in February, the wettest month, and 198 mm (7.8 in) in September, the driest month.
February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). The city receives 162 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Fongafale Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in June
Explore Fongafale's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Fongafale spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Tuvalu: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Tuvalu. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Fongafale vs World: Rainfall Compared
Fongafale's average annual precipitation is 3219 mm (127 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.
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.
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 Fongafale's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Fongafale Climate page.
