Las Peñas Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Las Peñas, Ecuador. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Las Peñas has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 3316 mm (131 in) of rainfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The seasons in Las Peñas, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, February, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 377 mm (15 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 19 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, November, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 159 mm (6.3 in) over 12 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 129 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Las Peñas Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Ecuador: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Ecuador. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Las Peñas vs World: Rainfall Compared

Las Peñas's average annual precipitation is 3316 mm (131 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 Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

• 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 Las Peñas's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Las Peñas Climate page.