San Francisco de Macorís Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in San Francisco de Macorís, Greater Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Generally, San Francisco de Macorís has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 952 mm (37 in) of rainfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

San Francisco de Macorís offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between May (109 mm (4.3 in)) and February (54 mm (2.1 in)) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

May, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C (90°F). The city receives 231 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our San Francisco de Macorís Temperature page.

San Francisco de Macorís's average annual precipitation is 952 mm (37 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

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.

• 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 San Francisco de Macorís's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our San Francisco de Macorís Climate page.