Natal Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil. 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.
Natal has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1281 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct dry season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The seasons in Natal, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, April, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 202 mm (8 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 18 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, October, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 34 mm (1.3 in) over 6 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). The city receives 209 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month October you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Natal Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in June
Explore Natal's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Natal spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Brazil: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Brazil. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Natal vs World: Rainfall Compared
Natal's average annual precipitation is 1281 mm (50 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.
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.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
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 Natal's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Natal Climate page.
