La Parguera Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in La Parguera, Puerto Rico. 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.
On average, La Parguera receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 735 mm (29 in). Despite this overall moderate level, the city experiences distinct dry season during certain months throughout the year, as illustrated in the precipitation charts below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, September receives substantial rainfall, averaging 122 mm (4.8 in) of precipitation, recorded across 16 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, January brings less rainfall, with 21 mm (0.8 in) over 19 rainy days.
September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our La Parguera Temperature page.
Explore La Parguera's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for La Parguera spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Puerto Rico: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Puerto Rico. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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La Parguera vs World: Rainfall Compared
La Parguera's average annual precipitation is 735 mm (29 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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 Parguera's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our La Parguera Climate page.
