In just 11 days, Piracicaba has recorded over 210 millimeters of rain, making it the wettest February in six years and exceeding the historical average for the month.
February in Piracicaba, Brazil, is seeing unprecedented rainfall as the city has registered over 210 millimeters in just the first 11 days, according to data from the Esalq-USP meteorological station. This amount surpasses the historical average expected for the entire month, which is 178.7 millimeters, by nearly 18%. This marks the wettest February for Piracicaba since 2020, when the rainfall amount reached almost 399 millimeters.
The January to February period has been striking not only for the rain volumes but also for the temperature contrasts noted during the summer. While many regions experience heat, Piracicaba appears to be facing a cooler spell in these months. The unusual weather patterns raise questions about climate variability in the region and how local agriculture might be affected, considering February normally experiences a different climatic expectation during the southern hemisphere summer.
The latest figures indicate a significant shift in weather patterns reminiscent of previous years, with rainfall records being compiled that highlight the fluctuations in precipitation over the past couple of years. This information is crucial for farmers and policymakers as it could impact agricultural outputs and resource management in Piracicaba, potentially leading to both opportunities and challenges in local farming practices.
