Urcuquí Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Urcuquí, Ecuador. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Urcuquí experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 2664 mm (105 in) of precipitation annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The seasons in Urcuquí, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 312 mm (12 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 90 mm (3.5 in) over 8 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 216 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 20°C (68°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Urcuquí Temperature page.
Explore Urcuquí's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Urcuquí spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Ecuador: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Ecuador. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Urcuquí vs World: Rainfall Compared
Urcuquí's average annual precipitation is 2664 mm (105 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.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Urcuquí:
- 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 Urcuquí's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Urcuquí Climate page.
