Tilcara Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Tilcara, Jujuy, Argentina. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Tilcara experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1291 mm (51 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. You can clearly see this in our monthly precipitation graphs below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Tilcara can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 230 mm (9.1 in) of precipitation over 16 rainy days.
In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 14 mm (0.6 in) of rainfall, spread across a single rainy day.
January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). The city receives 209 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 16°C (61°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Tilcara Temperature page.
Explore Tilcara's Historical Precipitation: 2006-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Tilcara spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Argentina: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Argentina. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Tilcara vs World: Rainfall Compared
Tilcara's average annual precipitation is 1291 mm (51 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.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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.
Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:
- 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.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Tilcara's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Tilcara Climate page.
