Lomie Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

Name: Lomie, Cameroon
Address: Lomie, Cameroon

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Lomie, Cameroon. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Lomie experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1432 mm (56 in) of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Lomie shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 188 mm (7.4 in) of precipitation during the wettest month October, distributed over 22 rainy days.

In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 30 mm (1.2 in) of rainfall over 3 rainy days.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Lomie Temperature page.

Explore Lomie's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026

Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Lomie spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.

Annual Rainfall in Cameroon: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Cameroon. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

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Heavy annual rainfall has been defined as more than 1000 mm (39 in) precipitation. High: 600 mm (24 in) to 1000 mm (39 in). Moderate: 250 mm (9.8 in) to 600 mm (24 in). Low: less than 250 mm (9.8 in).

Lomie vs World: Rainfall Compared

Lomie's average annual precipitation is 1432 mm (56 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.

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.

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.

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

Interesting weather facts

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

Current rainfall in Lomie

10-Day Forecast