Caral Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Caral, Peru. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Caral has a relatively dry climate with low precipitation, averaging 438 mm (17 in) of rainfall annually. It experiences a distinct dry season during certain months. Refer to our detailed charts below to see the seasonal variation.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, March receives substantial rainfall, averaging 86 mm (3.4 in) of precipitation, recorded across 5 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, November brings less rainfall, with 17 mm (0.7 in) over 4 rainy days.

March, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 23°C (73°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Caral Temperature page.

Caral's average annual precipitation is 438 mm (17 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

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

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

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.

Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:

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