La Digue Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in La Digue, La Digue, Seychelles. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
La Digue experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1666 mm (66 in) of precipitation annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in La Digue shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 236 mm (9.3 in) of precipitation during the wettest month January, distributed over 18 rainy days.
In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 71 mm (2.8 in) of rainfall over 16 rainy days.
January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 155 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our La Digue Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
49-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in June
Explore La Digue's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for La Digue spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in the Seychelles: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across the Seychelles. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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La Digue vs World: Rainfall Compared
La Digue's average annual precipitation is 1666 mm (66 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
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.
Tropical Rainforests: In tropical regions, rainfall is generally abundant year-round. Areas near the equator, like the Amazon rainforest, can receive up to 3000 mm (118 in) of rain annually.
Desert Regions: Deserts such as the Sahara and Arabian deserts typically see less than 250 mm (9.8 in) of rainfall annually. Rainfall tends to be infrequent, but when it does occur, it is often intense.
Temperate Zones: In temperate regions, precipitation tends to be more evenly distributed, though areas closer to the ocean may see more rain in the winter months, and areas further inland experience drier summers.
Polar Regions: Precipitation in polar regions, like Antarctica, is extremely low, often falling as snow. Average annual precipitation in Antarctica is less than 200 mm (7.9 in), with some areas receiving as little as 50 mm (2 in) annually.
- The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
- Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
- A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.
For more detailed information about La Digue's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our La Digue Climate page.
