Pozo Colorado Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Pozo Colorado, Magdalena, Colombia. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Pozo Colorado is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1556 mm (61 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.
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, October receives substantial rainfall, averaging 281 mm (11 in) of precipitation, recorded across 13 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, February brings less rainfall, with 14 mm (0.6 in) over a single rainy day.
October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 206 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Pozo Colorado Temperature page.
Explore Pozo Colorado's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Pozo Colorado 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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Pozo Colorado vs World: Rainfall Compared
Pozo Colorado's average annual precipitation is 1556 mm (61 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.
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.
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.
Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:
- Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
- Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.
- 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 Pozo Colorado's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Pozo Colorado Climate page.
