Santa Rosa de Cabal Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Santa Rosa de Cabal, Risaralda, Colombia. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Santa Rosa de Cabal is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 4635 mm (182 in).
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, May receives substantial rainfall, averaging 698 mm (27 in) of precipitation, recorded across 22 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, January brings less rainfall, with 115 mm (4.5 in) over 13 rainy days.
May, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). The city receives 159 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 23°C (73°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Santa Rosa de Cabal Temperature page.
Explore Santa Rosa de Cabal's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Santa Rosa de Cabal spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Colombia: City Comparison
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.
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Santa Rosa de Cabal vs World: Rainfall Compared
Santa Rosa de Cabal's average annual precipitation is 4635 mm (182 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Santa Rosa de Cabal:
- 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.
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
- Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.
For more detailed information about Santa Rosa de Cabal's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Santa Rosa de Cabal Climate page.
