Esterillos Este Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Esterillos Este, Puntarenas, Costa Rica. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Esterillos Este has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 5828 mm (229 in) of rainfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Esterillos Este shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 797 mm (31 in) of precipitation during the wettest month August, distributed over 22 rainy days.
In contrast, February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 82 mm (3.2 in) of rainfall over 7 rainy days.
August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). The city receives 152 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Esterillos Este Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
42-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in June
Explore Esterillos Este's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Esterillos Este spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Costa Rica: City Comparison
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.
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Esterillos Este vs World: Rainfall Compared
Esterillos Este's average annual precipitation is 5828 mm (229 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.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
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 Esterillos Este's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Esterillos Este Climate page.
