Mount Irvine Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Mount Irvine, Tobago, Trinidad & Tobago. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Mount Irvine has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1474 mm (58 in) of rainfall annually.

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, November receives substantial rainfall, averaging 192 mm (7.6 in) of precipitation, recorded across 23 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, March brings less rainfall, with 39 mm (1.5 in) over 10 rainy days.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Mount Irvine Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Trinidad & Tobago: City Comparison

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

Mount Irvine vs World: Rainfall Compared

Mount Irvine's average annual precipitation is 1474 mm (58 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

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

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Mount Irvine:

• 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.

• Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
• In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) 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 Mount Irvine's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Mount Irvine Climate page.