Santa Cruz de Minas Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Santa Cruz de Minas, Minas Gerais, Brazil. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Santa Cruz de Minas experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1381 mm (54 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. You can clearly see this in our monthly precipitation graphs below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Santa Cruz de Minas can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 261 mm (10 in) of precipitation over 23 rainy days.
In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 13 mm (0.5 in) of rainfall, spread across 7 rainy days.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Santa Cruz de Minas Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Brazil: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Brazil. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
heavy rainfall
high
moderate
low
almost none
Santa Cruz de Minas vs World: Rainfall Compared
Santa Cruz de Minas's average annual precipitation is 1381 mm (54 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.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
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.
- 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 Santa Cruz de Minas's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Santa Cruz de Minas Climate page.
