Paraíso Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Paraíso, Peru. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Paraíso has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2762 mm (109 in) of rainfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Paraíso offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between March (301 mm (12 in)) and August (145 mm (5.7 in)) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

March, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). The city receives 153 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 32°C (90°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Paraíso Temperature page.

Paraíso's average annual precipitation is 2762 mm (109 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.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

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.

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