Huascarán National Park Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Huascarán National Park, Ancash, Peru. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Huascarán National Park has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2175 mm (86 in) of rain/snowfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct rainy season during certain months. Have a look at our detailed charts below to see how precipitation varies throughout the year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Huascarán National Park, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, February, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 276 mm (11 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 21 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 55 mm (2.2 in) over 6 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 14°C (57°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 13°C (55°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Huascarán National Park Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Peru: City Comparison

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

Huascarán National Park vs World: Rainfall Compared

Huascarán National Park's average annual precipitation is 2175 mm (86 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

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

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

For more detailed information about Huascarán National Park's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Huascarán National Park Climate page.