Bocatorito Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Bocatorito, Bocas del Toro, Panama. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Bocatorito has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2795 mm (110 in) of rainfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Bocatorito, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 353 mm (14 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 20 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, March, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 132 mm (5.2 in) over 8 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 150 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Bocatorito Temperature page.

Explore Bocatorito's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026

Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Bocatorito spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.

Historical weather Temperatures Precipitation

‹ 2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982 1981 1980 1979 1978 1977 ›

‹ January February March April May June July August September October November December ›

Annual Rainfall in Panama: City Comparison

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

Bocatorito vs World: Rainfall Compared

Bocatorito's average annual precipitation is 2795 mm (110 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.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

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

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

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.

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