Colonia Francisco Perito Moreno Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Colonia Francisco Perito Moreno, Santa Cruz, Argentina. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Colonia Francisco Perito Moreno has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1581 mm (62 in) of rain/snowfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Despite minor fluctuations, Colonia Francisco Perito Moreno enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In April, you can expect around 160 mm (6.3 in) of precipitation, while in September, Colonia Francisco Perito Moreno receives about 110 mm (4.3 in).

April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 9°C (48°F). The city receives 156 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 6°C (43°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Colonia Francisco Perito Moreno Temperature page.

Colonia Francisco Perito Moreno's average annual precipitation is 1581 mm (62 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

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

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.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Colonia Francisco Perito Moreno:

• 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 Colonia Francisco Perito Moreno's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Colonia Francisco Perito Moreno Climate page.