Espinal Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Espinal, Tolima, Colombia. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Espinal has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2342 mm (92 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))
The climate in Espinal shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 345 mm (14 in) of precipitation during the wettest month May, distributed over 15 rainy days.
In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 78 mm (3.1 in) of rainfall over 7 rainy days.
May, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). The city receives 159 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Espinal Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Colombia: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Colombia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Espinal vs World: Rainfall Compared
Espinal's average annual precipitation is 2342 mm (92 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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.
Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:
- 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.
- 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 Espinal's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Espinal Climate page.
