Zamora de Hidalgo Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Zamora de Hidalgo, Michoacan, Mexico. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Zamora de Hidalgo is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1284 mm (51 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Zamora de Hidalgo can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 301 mm (12 in) of precipitation over 21 rainy days.
In contrast April, experiences much drier conditions, with 9.5 mm (0.4 in) of rainfall, spread across 2 rainy days.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Zamora de Hidalgo Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Mexico: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Mexico. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Zamora de Hidalgo vs World: Rainfall Compared
Zamora de Hidalgo's average annual precipitation is 1284 mm (51 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
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 Zamora de Hidalgo's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Zamora de Hidalgo Climate page.
