Real de Catorce Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Real de Catorce, San Luis Potosí, Mexico. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Real de Catorce's climate is marked by below-average rainfall, accumulating 426 mm (17 in) of precipitation yearly. The distribution includes a distinct dry season during certain months as shown in the precipitation charts below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Real de Catorce, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, September, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 6 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 13 mm (0.5 in) over 2 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 21°C (70°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Real de Catorce Temperature page.

Real de Catorce's average annual precipitation is 426 mm (17 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.

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

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

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.

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.

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