Pointe-à-Pitre Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Pointe-à-Pitre, Grande-Terre, Guadeloupe. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Pointe-à-Pitre has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1164 mm (46 in) of rainfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

Pointe-à-Pitre can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 147 mm (5.8 in) of precipitation over 19 rainy days.

In contrast March, experiences much drier conditions, with 51 mm (2 in) of rainfall, spread across 13 rainy days.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 217 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Pointe-à-Pitre Temperature page.

Pointe-à-Pitre's average annual precipitation is 1164 mm (46 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.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

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.

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 Pointe-à-Pitre's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Pointe-à-Pitre Climate page.