Mavis Bank Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Mavis Bank, Jamaica. 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.
Mavis Bank experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1162 mm (46 in) of precipitation annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Mavis Bank can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 173 mm (6.8 in) of precipitation over 16 rainy days.
In contrast February, experiences much drier conditions, with 49 mm (1.9 in) of rainfall, spread across 6 rainy days.
October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 226 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Mavis Bank 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 July
Explore Mavis Bank's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Mavis Bank spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Jamaica: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Jamaica. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Mavis Bank vs World: Rainfall Compared
Mavis Bank's average annual precipitation is 1162 mm (46 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
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.
- "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 Mavis Bank's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Mavis Bank Climate page.
