Santa Cruz Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Santa Cruz, Nicaragua. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Santa Cruz has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2082 mm (82 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct rainy season during certain months. Have a look at our detailed charts below to see how precipitation varies throughout the year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Santa Cruz can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 314 mm (12 in) of precipitation over 21 rainy days.
In contrast March, experiences much drier conditions, with 36 mm (1.4 in) of rainfall, spread across 5 rainy days.
October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 175 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Santa Cruz Temperature page.
Explore Santa Cruz's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Santa Cruz spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Nicaragua: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Nicaragua. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Santa Cruz vs World: Rainfall Compared
Santa Cruz's average annual precipitation is 2082 mm (82 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
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.
- 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 Santa Cruz's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Santa Cruz Climate page.
