Santa Cruz Huatulco Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Santa Cruz Huatulco. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Santa Cruz Huatulco has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2326 mm of rainfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wet season, September receives substantial rainfall, averaging 521 mm of precipitation, recorded across 7 rainy days.

In contrast, the drier season, February brings less rainfall, with 13 mm over 0 rainy days.

September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C. The city receives 153 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 30°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Santa Cruz Huatulco Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Mexico

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Santa Cruz Huatulco’s average annual precipitation is 2326 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

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

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Santa Cruz Huatulco:

• 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.

For more detailed information about Santa Cruz Huatulco’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Santa Cruz Huatulco Climate page.