Sao Jose do Rio Preto Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Sao Jose do Rio Preto, São Paulo State, Brazil. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Sao Jose do Rio Preto has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1456 mm (57 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct dry and 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))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, January receives substantial rainfall, averaging 275 mm (11 in) of precipitation, recorded across 17 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July brings less rainfall, with 16 mm (0.6 in) over 3 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 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Sao Jose do Rio Preto 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.
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Sao Jose do Rio Preto vs World: Rainfall Compared
Sao Jose do Rio Preto's average annual precipitation is 1456 mm (57 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
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.
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
- Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.
For more detailed information about Sao Jose do Rio Preto's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Sao Jose do Rio Preto Climate page.
