El Bolsón Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in El Bolsón, Río Negro, Argentina. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
El Bolsón has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1590 mm (63 in) of rain/snowfall 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))
The climate in El Bolsón shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 242 mm (9.5 in) of precipitation during the wettest month June, distributed over 13 snowy/rainy days.
In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 64 mm (2.5 in) of rainfall over 4 rainy days.
June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 5°C (41°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 20°C (68°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our El Bolsón Temperature page.
Explore El Bolsón's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for El Bolsón spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Argentina: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Argentina. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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El Bolsón vs World: Rainfall Compared
El Bolsón's average annual precipitation is 1590 mm (63 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
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.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about El Bolsón's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our El Bolsón Climate page.
