Angastaco Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Angastaco, Salta Province, Argentina. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Angastaco is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1124 mm (44 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Angastaco can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 211 mm (8.3 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.

In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 17 mm (0.7 in) of rainfall, spread across a single rainy day.

January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 17°C (63°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Angastaco Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Argentina: City Comparison

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

Angastaco vs World: Rainfall Compared

Angastaco's average annual precipitation is 1124 mm (44 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

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

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

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 Angastaco:

• 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.

• Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
• In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
• Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.

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