Playa Azul Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Playa Azul. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Playa Azul experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 2297 mm of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Playa Azul can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 418 mm of precipitation over 21 rainy days.

In contrast February, experiences much drier conditions, with 6.4 mm of rainfall, spread across 5 rainy days.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C. The city receives 171 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 32°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Playa Azul Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Costa Rica

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Playa Azul’s average annual precipitation is 2297 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm, making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.

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

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Sea vs. Land Precipitation

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.

For more detailed information about Playa Azul’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Playa Azul Climate page.