Corcovado National Park Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Corcovado National Park, Puntarenas, Costa Rica. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Corcovado National Park experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 4839 mm (191 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 Corcovado National Park shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 739 mm (29 in) of precipitation during the wettest month October, distributed over 21 rainy days.

In contrast, February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 78 mm (3.1 in) of rainfall over 8 rainy days.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Corcovado National Park Temperature page.

Corcovado National Park's average annual precipitation is 4839 mm (191 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.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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 Corcovado National Park:

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