Beaufort Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Beaufort, South Africa. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Beaufort typically sees modest rainfall throughout the year, with an average annual precipitation of 361 mm (14 in). The city experiences a distinct dry season during certain months, as illustrated in the graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Beaufort can be quite wet during March, receiving approximately 51 mm (2 in) of precipitation over 6 rainy days.

In contrast June, experiences much drier conditions, with 14 mm (0.6 in) of rainfall, spread across 3 rainy days.

March, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 270 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 19°C (66°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Beaufort Temperature page.

Beaufort's average annual precipitation is 361 mm (14 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

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

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.

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

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