Chobe National Park Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Chobe National Park, Botswana. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Generally, Chobe National Park receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 646 mm (25 in) annually. The distribution varies significantly throughout the year, with a distinct dry season during certain months, as shown in our charts below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Chobe National Park, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, January, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 174 mm (6.9 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days.

January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C (90°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Chobe National Park Temperature page.

Chobe National Park's average annual precipitation is 646 mm (25 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.

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

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

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 Chobe National Park's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Chobe National Park Climate page.