Tufi Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Tufi, Papua Region, Papua New Guinea. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Tufi experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 2822 mm (111 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct 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))

The climate in Tufi shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 378 mm (15 in) of precipitation during the wettest month March, distributed over 21 rainy days.

In contrast, August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 115 mm (4.5 in) of rainfall over 12 rainy days.

March, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Tufi Temperature page.

Tufi's average annual precipitation is 2822 mm (111 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

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 Tufi:

• 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 Tufi's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Tufi Climate page.