Pereira Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Pereira, Risaralda, Colombia. 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.
Pereira experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 15145 mm (596 in) of precipitation annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, July receives substantial rainfall, averaging 1781 mm (70 in) of precipitation, recorded across 15 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, January brings less rainfall, with 810 mm (32 in) over 13 rainy days.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). The city receives 194 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Pereira Temperature page.
Explore Pereira's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Pereira spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Colombia: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Colombia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Pereira vs World: Rainfall Compared
Pereira's average annual precipitation is 15145 mm (596 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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 U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
- Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
- A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.
For more detailed information about Pereira's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Pereira Climate page.
