Climate Insights for Playa Rica
Sipí, Chocó, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in Playa Rica is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 9,192 mm of precipitation falls per year. Playa Rica receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Playa Rica sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Playa Rica is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 72°F and approximately 361.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Playa Rica receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Playa Rica sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Playa Rica has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. October is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows.Playa Rica has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 12°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 79°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. October is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 67°F and an average of 72°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 10°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Playa Rica is a very wet location, receiving approximately 9,192 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 766 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 1,067 mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 427 mm. That's 639 mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Playa Rica is a very wet location, receiving approximately 361.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 30.2 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 42 in of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 16.8 in. That's 25.2 in less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Playa Rica is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Playa Rica is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 2mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Playa Rica based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Playa Rica based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.