Rio do Fogo Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Rio do Fogo, Rio Grande do Norte, 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.

Rio do Fogo has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1157 mm (46 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct dry season during certain months. Have a look at our detailed charts below to see how precipitation varies throughout the year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Rio do Fogo shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 207 mm (8.1 in) of precipitation during the wettest month April, distributed over 19 rainy days.

In contrast, November offers drier and sunnier days, with around 23 mm (0.9 in) of rainfall over 6 rainy days.

April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). The city receives 174 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Rio do Fogo Temperature page.

Rio do Fogo's average annual precipitation is 1157 mm (46 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 Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

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.

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.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Rio do Fogo:

• 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.

• 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 Rio do Fogo's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Rio do Fogo Climate page.