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

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Mandera. 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.

Mandera's climate is marked by below-average rainfall, accumulating 355 mm of precipitation yearly.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wet season, April receives substantial rainfall, averaging 108 mm of precipitation, recorded across 8 rainy days.

In contrast, the drier season, February brings less rainfall, with 1.3 mm over a single rainy day.

April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 35°C. The city receives 252 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 38°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Mandera Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Kenya

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Mandera’s average annual precipitation is 355 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

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

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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 Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Mandera:

• 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.

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