Quito Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Quito. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Quito experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 3216 mm of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Quito, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, April, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 354 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 19 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 133 mm over 6 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C. The city receives 131 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 19°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Quito Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Ecuador

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Quito’s average annual precipitation is 3216 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

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

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm, with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

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

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Interesting weather facts

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