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

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Santa Cruz Verapaz. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Santa Cruz Verapaz is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 3028 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Santa Cruz Verapaz can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 452 mm of precipitation over 23 rainy days.

In contrast February, experiences much drier conditions, with 95 mm of rainfall, spread across 11 rainy days.

Annual Precipitation in Guatemala

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Guatemala. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Santa Cruz Verapaz’s average annual precipitation is 3028 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm, evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

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

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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 Verapaz:

• 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 Verapaz’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Santa Cruz Verapaz Climate page.