Choluteca Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Choluteca, Choluteca, Honduras. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Choluteca experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 2045 mm of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Choluteca, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, September, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 422 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 24 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 2.3 mm over 2 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C. The city receives 194 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 35°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Choluteca Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Honduras

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Choluteca’s average annual precipitation is 2045 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm 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.

Sea vs. Land Precipitation

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

For more detailed information about Choluteca’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Choluteca Climate page.