Tortuguero Village Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Tortuguero Village, Limon, Costa Rica. 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.
Tortuguero Village is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 3594 mm (141 in).
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Tortuguero Village shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 454 mm (18 in) of precipitation during the wettest month November, distributed over 18 rainy days.
In contrast, March offers drier and sunnier days, with around 114 mm (4.5 in) of rainfall over 7 rainy days.
November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Tortuguero Village Temperature page.
Explore Tortuguero Village's Historical Precipitation: 2006-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Tortuguero Village spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
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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Tortuguero Village vs World: Rainfall Compared
Tortuguero Village's average annual precipitation is 3594 mm (141 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
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.
- "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 Tortuguero Village's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Tortuguero Village Climate page.
