Praia Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Praia, Santiago Island, Cape Verde. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Praia is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 202 mm (8 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Praia can be quite wet during September, receiving approximately 81 mm (3.2 in) of precipitation over 7 rainy days.

In contrast May, experiences much drier conditions, with 0.5 mm (0.02 in) of rainfall, spread across 3 rainy days.

September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 219 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Praia Temperature page.

Explore Praia's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026

Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Praia 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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Heavy annual rainfall has been defined as more than 1000 mm (39 in) precipitation. High: 600 mm (24 in) to 1000 mm (39 in). Moderate: 250 mm (9.8 in) to 600 mm (24 in). Low: less than 250 mm (9.8 in).

Praia vs World: Rainfall Compared

Praia's average annual precipitation is 202 mm (8 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 Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

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.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

Interesting weather facts

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 Praia's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Praia Climate page.

Current rainfall in Praia

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