Mascota Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Mascota, Jalisco, Mexico. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Mascota experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1902 mm (75 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. You can clearly see this in our monthly precipitation graphs below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Mascota, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 430 mm (17 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 20 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, April, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 13 mm (0.5 in) over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C (79°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Mascota Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Mexico: City Comparison

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

Mascota vs World: Rainfall Compared

Mascota's average annual precipitation is 1902 mm (75 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

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.

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.

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