Cuidad Bolivar Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Cuidad Bolivar, Venezuela. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Cuidad Bolivar has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1205 mm (47 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, July receives substantial rainfall, averaging 218 mm (8.6 in) of precipitation, recorded across 19 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, February brings less rainfall, with 13 mm (0.5 in) over 5 rainy days.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C (90°F). The city receives 235 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 35°C (95°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Cuidad Bolivar Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Venezuela: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Venezuela. 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).

Cuidad Bolivar vs World: Rainfall Compared

Cuidad Bolivar's average annual precipitation is 1205 mm (47 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

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