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

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Tarija. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Tarija has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1335 mm of rain/snowfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Tarija shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 236 mm of precipitation during the wettest month January, distributed over 15 rainy days.

In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 14 mm of rainfall over a single rainy day.

January, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 19°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Tarija Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Bolivia

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Tarija’s average annual precipitation is 1335 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

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

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

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm, making it wetter than Sydney.

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

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 Tarija’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Tarija Climate page.