Mamiña Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Mamiña, Antofagasta Region, Chile. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Mamiña experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation with almost no rainfall, generally receiving 240 mm (9.4 in) annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The seasons in Mamiña, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, February, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 90 mm (3.5 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 12 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, May, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 1 mm (0.04 in) over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 20°C (68°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Mamiña Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Chile: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Chile. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Mamiña vs World: Rainfall Compared

Mamiña's average annual precipitation is 240 mm (9.4 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.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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.

Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

• "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 Mamiña's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Mamiña Climate page.