Tilarán Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Tilarán has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1958 mm (77 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct dry and 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))
The climate in Tilarán shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 330 mm (13 in) of precipitation during the wettest month October, distributed over 22 rainy days.
In contrast, March offers drier and sunnier days, with around 14 mm (0.6 in) of rainfall over 7 rainy days.
October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 171 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 Tilarán Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Costa Rica: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Costa Rica. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Tilarán vs World: Rainfall Compared
Tilarán's average annual precipitation is 1958 mm (77 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
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 Tilarán's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Tilarán Climate page.
