Guichón Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Guichón, Paysandu, Uruguay. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Guichón has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1338 mm (53 in) of rainfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

Guichón offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between April (148 mm (5.8 in)) and July (84 mm (3.3 in)) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 18°C (64°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Guichón Temperature page.

Guichón's average annual precipitation is 1338 mm (53 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 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.

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