São Félix do Tocantins Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in São Félix do Tocantins, Tocantins, 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.
São Félix do Tocantins has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1311 mm (52 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
São Félix do Tocantins can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 244 mm (9.6 in) of precipitation over 18 rainy days.
In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 0.1 mm (0 in) of rainfall, spread across 7 rainy days.January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 34°C (93°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our São Félix do Tocantins Temperature page.
Explore São Félix do Tocantins's Historical Precipitation: 2006-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for São Félix do Tocantins spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
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.
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São Félix do Tocantins vs World: Rainfall Compared
São Félix do Tocantins's average annual precipitation is 1311 mm (52 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including São Félix do Tocantins:
- 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 São Félix do Tocantins's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our São Félix do Tocantins Climate page.
