La Floresta Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in La Floresta, Canelones, Uruguay. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
La Floresta is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1159 mm (46 in).
Monthly Rainfall & Rainy Days
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Year-round, La Floresta has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, October, with 113 mm (4.4 in), and the driest month, January, with 77 mm (3 in), is minimal.
October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). The city receives 228 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our La Floresta Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records. 50-year average (1976-2025)
Average precipitation in August
Explore La Floresta's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for La Floresta spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Uruguay: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Uruguay. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
La Floresta vs World: Rainfall Compared
La Floresta's average annual precipitation is 1159 mm (46 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
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.
- "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 La Floresta's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our La Floresta Climate page.
La Floresta Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in La Floresta - and find the best time to visit.
La Floresta 3-Day Forecast
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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