Chiquián Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Chiquián, Cordillera Blanca, Peru. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Generally, Chiquián receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 660 mm (26 in) annually. The distribution varies significantly throughout the year, with a distinct dry season during certain months, as shown in our charts below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Chiquián can be quite wet during March, receiving approximately 147 mm (5.8 in) of precipitation over .

In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 0.5 mm (0.02 in) of snowfall, spread across .

March, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 21°C (70°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Chiquián Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Peru: City Comparison

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

Chiquián vs World: Rainfall Compared

Chiquián's average annual precipitation is 660 mm (26 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.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

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.

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.

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