Ángeles Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ángeles, San José Province, Costa Rica. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Ángeles experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 4737 mm (186 in) of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Ángeles can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 671 mm (26 in) of precipitation over 24 rainy days.

In contrast February, experiences much drier conditions, with 93 mm (3.7 in) of rainfall, spread across 9 rainy days.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). The city receives 155 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ángeles Temperature page.

Ángeles's average annual precipitation is 4737 mm (186 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.

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

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

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.

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.

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