Pirae Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Pirae. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Pirae has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1916 mm of rainfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)

The climate in Pirae shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 295 mm of precipitation during the wettest month December, distributed over 11 rainy days.

In contrast, August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 68 mm of rainfall over 13 rainy days.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C. The city receives 197 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 26°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Pirae Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in French Polynesia

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Pirae’s average annual precipitation is 1916 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm, evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

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

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Pirae:

• 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.

For more detailed information about Pirae’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Pirae Climate page.