Laborie Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Laborie, Saint Lucia. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Laborie has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1016 mm (40 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct dry season during certain months. Have a look at our detailed charts below to see how precipitation varies throughout the year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, October receives substantial rainfall, averaging 144 mm (5.7 in) of precipitation, recorded across 18 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, February brings less rainfall, with 35 mm (1.4 in) over 12 rainy days.
October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). The city receives 214 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Laborie Temperature page.
Explore Laborie's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Laborie spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Saint Lucia: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Saint Lucia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Laborie vs World: Rainfall Compared
Laborie's average annual precipitation is 1016 mm (40 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.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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.
- "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 Laborie's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Laborie Climate page.
