Paul Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Paul, Cape Verde. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Paul is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 131 mm (5.2 in).
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Paul shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 41 mm (1.6 in) of precipitation during the wettest month September, distributed over 5 rainy days.
In contrast, May offers drier and sunnier days, with around 1.9 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall over 3 rainy days.
September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). The city receives 230 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 23°C (73°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Paul Temperature page.
Explore Paul's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Paul spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Cape Verde: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Cape Verde. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Paul vs World: Rainfall Compared
Paul's average annual precipitation is 131 mm (5.2 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
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.
- The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
- Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
- A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.
For more detailed information about Paul's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Paul Climate page.
