Latacunga Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Latacunga, Cotopaxi Province, 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.

Latacunga has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1829 mm of rainfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Latacunga, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, March, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 237 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 18 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 60 mm over 11 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

March, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 15°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Latacunga Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Ecuador

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Latacunga’s average annual precipitation is 1829 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.

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

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Latacunga:

• 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.

For more detailed information about Latacunga’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Latacunga Climate page.