La Merced Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in La Merced, Junín, 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.
La Merced has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 3036 mm (120 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct rainy season during certain months. Have a look at our detailed charts below to see how precipitation varies throughout the year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
La Merced can be quite wet during February, receiving approximately 506 mm (20 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.
In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 83 mm (3.3 in) of rainfall, spread across 5 rainy days.
February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 20°C (68°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our La Merced 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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La Merced vs World: Rainfall Compared
La Merced's average annual precipitation is 3036 mm (120 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
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.
- The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
- Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
- A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.
For more detailed information about La Merced's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our La Merced Climate page.
