Sucre Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Sucre, Chuquisaca Department, Bolivia. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let’s explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Sucre experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1086 mm of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Sucre can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 206 mm of precipitation over 16 rainy days.

In contrast June, experiences much drier conditions, with 17 mm of rainfall, spread across a single rainy day.

January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 21°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Sucre Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Bolivia

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Sucre’s average annual precipitation is 1086 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm, making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm, with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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.

Sea vs. Land Precipitation

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.

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