Puerto Baquerizo Moreno Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Galapagos, Ecuador. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

With annual rainfall averaging 286 mm (11 in), Puerto Baquerizo Moreno maintains relatively low precipitation levels throughout the seasons. However, it does have a distinct dry season during certain months, creating distinct patterns as demonstrated in our detailed 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, April receives substantial rainfall, averaging 66 mm (2.6 in) of precipitation, recorded across 9 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July brings less rainfall, with 6.9 mm (0.3 in) over 17 rainy days.

April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). The city receives 180 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Puerto Baquerizo Moreno Temperature page.

Puerto Baquerizo Moreno's average annual precipitation is 286 mm (11 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

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.

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.

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