Itabirito Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Itabirito, Minas Gerais, Brazil. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let’s explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Itabirito is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1548 mm.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wet season, December receives substantial rainfall, averaging 307 mm of precipitation, recorded across 25 rainy days.
In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 11 mm over 7 rainy days.December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C. The city receives 152 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 24°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Itabirito Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in Brazil
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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Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Itabirito’s average annual precipitation is 1548 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm, evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm, making it wetter than Sydney.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
How is Precipitation Measured?
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.
Interesting weather facts
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm 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 Itabirito’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Itabirito Climate page.
Current rainfall in Itabirito
