Salazie Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Salazie, Reunion. 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.

Salazie has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1496 mm (59 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct rainy 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 Salazie shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 282 mm (11 in) of precipitation during the wettest month February, distributed over 20 rainy days.

In contrast, August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 52 mm (2 in) of rainfall over 17 rainy days.

February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 22°C (72°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Salazie Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Reunion: City Comparison

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

Salazie vs World: Rainfall Compared

Salazie's average annual precipitation is 1496 mm (59 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

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

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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.

Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:

• 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.

• "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
• The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
• The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.

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