Patos de Minas Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Patos de Minas, Minas Gerais, Brazil. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Patos de Minas is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1337 mm (53 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Patos de Minas can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 260 mm (10 in) of precipitation over 22 rainy days.
In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 5.2 mm (0.2 in) of rainfall, spread across 4 rainy days.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Patos de Minas Temperature page.
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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Patos de Minas vs World: Rainfall Compared
Patos de Minas's average annual precipitation is 1337 mm (53 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
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.
- 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 Patos de Minas's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Patos de Minas Climate page.
