Vara Blanca Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Vara Blanca, Heredia, Costa Rica. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Vara Blanca has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2928 mm (115 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, October receives substantial rainfall, averaging 376 mm (15 in) of precipitation, recorded across 23 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, March brings less rainfall, with 77 mm (3 in) over 8 rainy days.
October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). The city receives 162 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Vara Blanca 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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Vara Blanca vs World: Rainfall Compared
Vara Blanca's average annual precipitation is 2928 mm (115 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.
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.
- 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 Vara Blanca's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Vara Blanca Climate page.
