San Juan del Cesar Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in San Juan del Cesar. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

San Juan del Cesar has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2441 mm of rainfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in San Juan del Cesar shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 337 mm of precipitation during the wettest month May, distributed over 7 rainy days.

In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 73 mm of rainfall over a single rainy day.

May, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C. The city receives 191 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 29°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our San Juan del Cesar Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Colombia

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

San Juan del Cesar’s average annual precipitation is 2441 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages [964 mm], with snowy winters and rainy summers.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

How Does Precipitation Affect Local Climate?

Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:

• 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.

For more detailed information about San Juan del Cesar’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our San Juan del Cesar Climate page.