Chocontá Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Chocontá, Cundinamarca, Colombia. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Chocontá experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1812 mm (71 in) of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Chocontá, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy snowfall, with an average of 268 mm (11 in) of precipitation. This snowfall is distributed across 29 snowy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 61 mm (2.4 in) over 23 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 15°C (59°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Chocontá Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Colombia: City Comparison

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

Chocontá vs World: Rainfall Compared

Chocontá's average annual precipitation is 1812 mm (71 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

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.

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.

Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:

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