Cota Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Cota, Cundinamarca, Colombia. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Cota has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1858 mm (73 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct 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, April receives substantial rainfall, averaging 237 mm (9.3 in) of precipitation, recorded across 18 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, August brings less rainfall, with 59 mm (2.3 in) over 16 rainy days.

April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 88 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 21°C (70°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Cota Temperature page.

Cota's average annual precipitation is 1858 mm (73 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.

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

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.

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

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