Dominical Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Dominical. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Dominical experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 7799 mm of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Dominical, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 1015 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 17 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, March, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 150 mm over 7 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C. The city receives 175 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 27°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Dominical Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Costa Rica

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Dominical’s average annual precipitation is 7799 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm, making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm, making it wetter than Sydney.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Dominical:

• 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.

For more detailed information about Dominical’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Dominical Climate page.