Buenaventura Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Buenaventura, Valle del Cauca, Colombia. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Buenaventura is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 6911 mm (272 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Buenaventura, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 811 mm (32 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 27 rainy days.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Buenaventura Temperature page.

Buenaventura's average annual precipitation is 6911 mm (272 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.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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 Buenaventura:

• 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.

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