Providencia Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Providencia, San José Province, Costa Rica. 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.

Providencia has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 4562 mm (180 in) of rainfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Providencia, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 645 mm (25 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 24 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 89 mm (3.5 in) over 10 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). The city receives 155 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Providencia Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Costa Rica: City Comparison

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.

Providencia vs World: Rainfall Compared

Providencia's average annual precipitation is 4562 mm (180 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

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