Comitán de Domínguez Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Comitán de Domínguez, Chiapas, Mexico. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Comitán de Domínguez has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1439 mm (57 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.
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, September receives substantial rainfall, averaging 315 mm (12 in) of precipitation, recorded across 19 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, February brings less rainfall, with 13 mm (0.5 in) over 2 rainy days.
September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). The city receives 184 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Comitán de Domínguez Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Mexico: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Mexico. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Comitán de Domínguez vs World: Rainfall Compared
Comitán de Domínguez's average annual precipitation is 1439 mm (57 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
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.
- 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 Comitán de Domínguez's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Comitán de Domínguez Climate page.
