Matanzas Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Matanzas, O'Higgins, Chile. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Matanzas tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 487 mm (19 in) of rain per year. The city experiences a distinct dry season during certain months, contributing to seasonal contrasts shown in the charts below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The seasons in Matanzas, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives high rainfall, with an average of 147 mm (5.8 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 4 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 1 mm (0.04 in) over 2 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C (59°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 21°C (70°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Matanzas Temperature page.
Explore Matanzas's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Matanzas spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Chile: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Chile. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Matanzas vs World: Rainfall Compared
Matanzas's average annual precipitation is 487 mm (19 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.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
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.
Tropical Rainforests: In tropical regions, rainfall is generally abundant year-round. Areas near the equator, like the Amazon rainforest, can receive up to 3000 mm (118 in) of rain annually.
Desert Regions: Deserts such as the Sahara and Arabian deserts typically see less than 250 mm (9.8 in) of rainfall annually. Rainfall tends to be infrequent, but when it does occur, it is often intense.
Temperate Zones: In temperate regions, precipitation tends to be more evenly distributed, though areas closer to the ocean may see more rain in the winter months, and areas further inland experience drier summers.
Polar Regions: Precipitation in polar regions, like Antarctica, is extremely low, often falling as snow. Average annual precipitation in Antarctica is less than 200 mm (7.9 in), with some areas receiving as little as 50 mm (2 in) annually.
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
- Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.
For more detailed information about Matanzas's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Matanzas Climate page.
