Puerto Jiménez Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Puerto Jiménez, Puntarenas, Costa Rica. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Puerto Jiménez has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 4264 mm (168 in) of rainfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Puerto Jiménez can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 674 mm (27 in) of precipitation over 21 rainy days.
In contrast February, experiences much drier conditions, with 69 mm (2.7 in) of rainfall, spread across 8 rainy days.
October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Puerto Jiménez 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.
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Puerto Jiménez vs World: Rainfall Compared
Puerto Jiménez's average annual precipitation is 4264 mm (168 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
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.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
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 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 Jiménez's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Puerto Jiménez Climate page.
