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

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Hargeisa. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Hargeisa is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 250 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Hargeisa, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, April, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 55 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 4 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 5.4 mm over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 26°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Hargeisa Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Somalia

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Somalia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

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Heavy annual rainfall has been defined as more than 1000 mm precipitation. High: 600 mm to 1000 mm. Moderate: 250 mm to 600 mm. Low: less than 250 mm.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Hargeisa’s average annual precipitation is 250 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm, with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

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

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

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

Global Precipitation Patterns

Tropical Rainforests: In tropical regions, rainfall is generally abundant year-round. Areas near the equator, like the Amazon rainforest, can receive up to 3000 mm of rain annually.

Desert Regions: Deserts such as the Sahara and Arabian deserts typically see less than 250 mm of rainfall annually. Rainfall tends to be infrequent, but when it does occur, it is often intense.

Temperate Zones: In temperate regions, precipitation tends to be more evenly distributed, though areas closer to the ocean may see more rain in the winter months, and areas further inland experience drier summers.

Polar Regions: Precipitation in polar regions, like Antarctica, is extremely low, often falling as snow. Average annual precipitation in Antarctica is less than 200 mm, with some areas receiving as little as 50 mm annually.

For more detailed information about Hargeisa’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Hargeisa Climate page.


Current rainfall in Hargeisa

Wednesday
19 Feb
Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
28°C
0 mm
Thursday
20 Feb
Clear sky
Clear sky
29°C
0 mm
Friday
21 Feb
Clear sky
Clear sky
28°C
0 mm

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