Latacunga Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

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 (72 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Latacunga, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, March, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 237 mm (9.3 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 18 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 60 mm (2.4 in) 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 (59°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 15°C (59°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Latacunga Temperature page.

Latacunga's average annual precipitation is 1829 mm (72 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.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

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.

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

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