Lubango Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Lubango, Angola. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Lubango is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1458 mm (57 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Lubango, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, March, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 297 mm (12 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, June, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0.1 mm (0 in) over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

March, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). The city receives 172 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 25°C (77°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Lubango Temperature page.

Lubango's average annual precipitation is 1458 mm (57 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

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

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

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.

Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

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