Mulifanua Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Mulifanua, Upolu, Samoa. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Mulifanua has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2438 mm (96 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct rainy 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))

The seasons in Mulifanua, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, January, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 313 mm (12 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 105 mm (4.1 in) over 18 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 151 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Mulifanua Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Samoa: City Comparison

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

Mulifanua vs World: Rainfall Compared

Mulifanua's average annual precipitation is 2438 mm (96 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.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

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.

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.

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