Huacho Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Huacho, Provincia de Lima, Peru. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Huacho is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 169 mm (6.7 in).
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Huacho shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 32 mm (1.3 in) of precipitation during the wettest month February, distributed over 4 rainy days.
In contrast, May offers drier and sunnier days, with around 7.8 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall over 3 rainy days.
February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Huacho Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Peru: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Peru. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Huacho vs World: Rainfall Compared
Huacho's average annual precipitation is 169 mm (6.7 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
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 Huacho's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Huacho Climate page.
