San Patricio Melaque Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in San Patricio Melaque, Jalisco, Mexico. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
San Patricio Melaque is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1001 mm (39 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
San Patricio Melaque can be quite wet during September, receiving approximately 281 mm (11 in) of precipitation over 16 rainy days.
In contrast April, experiences much drier conditions, with 0.7 mm (0.03 in) of rainfall, spread across 0 rainy days.
September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). The city receives 190 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our San Patricio Melaque Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Mexico: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Mexico. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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San Patricio Melaque vs World: Rainfall Compared
San Patricio Melaque's average annual precipitation is 1001 mm (39 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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.
- "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 San Patricio Melaque's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our San Patricio Melaque Climate page.
