Uyuni Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Uyuni, Beni Department, Bolivia. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
With annual rain/snowfall averaging 433 mm (17 in), Uyuni maintains relatively low precipitation levels throughout the seasons. However, it does have a distinct dry season during certain months, creating distinct patterns as demonstrated in our detailed graph below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Uyuni shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 138 mm (5.4 in) of precipitation during the wettest month January, distributed over 15 rainy days.
In contrast, June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 1.6 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall over 0 rainy days.
January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 13°C (55°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Uyuni Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Bolivia: City Comparison
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.
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Uyuni vs World: Rainfall Compared
Uyuni's average annual precipitation is 433 mm (17 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.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
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 Uyuni's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Uyuni Climate page.
