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

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Apiay, Meta, Colombia. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let’s explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Apiay is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1594 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Apiay shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 239 mm of precipitation during the wettest month April, distributed over 22 rainy days.

In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 46 mm of rainfall over 7 rainy days.

April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C. The city receives 111 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 31°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Apiay Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Colombia

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Apiay’s average annual precipitation is 1594 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm, evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

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

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

Interesting weather facts

• "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 wide and 20 cm 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 fell during the winter of 1972.

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