Puerto Espejo Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Puerto Espejo, 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.

Puerto Espejo experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 6106 mm (240 in) of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Puerto Espejo, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, April, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 706 mm (28 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 18 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 316 mm (12 in) over 12 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). The city receives 137 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Puerto Espejo Temperature page.

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.

Puerto Espejo vs World: Rainfall Compared

Puerto Espejo's average annual precipitation is 6106 mm (240 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

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.

• "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
• The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
• The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.

For more detailed information about Puerto Espejo's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Puerto Espejo Climate page.