Zipaquirá Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Zipaquirá, Cundinamarca, Colombia. 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.

Zipaquirá experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1633 mm (64 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct rainy season during certain months. You can clearly see this in our monthly precipitation graphs below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The climate in Zipaquirá shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 243 mm (9.6 in) of precipitation during the wettest month April, distributed over 18 rainy days.

In contrast, August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 73 mm (2.9 in) of rainfall over 17 rainy days.

April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 88 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 20°C (68°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Zipaquirá Temperature page.

Zipaquirá's average annual precipitation is 1633 mm (64 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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 Zipaquirá:

• 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.

• 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 Zipaquirá's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Zipaquirá Climate page.