La Paloma Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in La Paloma, Rocha, Uruguay. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
La Paloma has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1241 mm (49 in) of rainfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. April brings wetter days averaging 127 mm (5 in) of precipitation, spread over 9 rainy days.
In contrast, January experiences a drier climate, with about 77 mm (3 in) of rainfall spread across 11 rainy days.
April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). The city receives 185 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 25°C (77°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our La Paloma Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
49-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in June
Explore La Paloma's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for La Paloma 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.
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La Paloma vs World: Rainfall Compared
La Paloma's average annual precipitation is 1241 mm (49 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.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
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.
Tropical Rainforests: In tropical regions, rainfall is generally abundant year-round. Areas near the equator, like the Amazon rainforest, can receive up to 3000 mm (118 in) of rain annually.
Desert Regions: Deserts such as the Sahara and Arabian deserts typically see less than 250 mm (9.8 in) of rainfall annually. Rainfall tends to be infrequent, but when it does occur, it is often intense.
Temperate Zones: In temperate regions, precipitation tends to be more evenly distributed, though areas closer to the ocean may see more rain in the winter months, and areas further inland experience drier summers.
Polar Regions: Precipitation in polar regions, like Antarctica, is extremely low, often falling as snow. Average annual precipitation in Antarctica is less than 200 mm (7.9 in), with some areas receiving as little as 50 mm (2 in) annually.
- "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 Paloma's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our La Paloma Climate page.
