Songea Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Songea, Tanzania. 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.
Songea is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1344 mm (53 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 Songea, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, January, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 283 mm (11 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 27 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 7.4 mm (0.3 in) over 3 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 25°C (77°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Songea Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
30-year average (1988-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in May
Explore Songea's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Songea spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Tanzania: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Tanzania. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Songea vs World: Rainfall Compared
Songea's average annual precipitation is 1344 mm (53 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.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
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.
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 (118 in) of rain annually.
Desert Regions: Deserts such as the Sahara and Arabian deserts typically see less than 250 mm (9.8 in) 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 (7.9 in), with some areas receiving as little as 50 mm (2 in) annually.
- 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 Songea's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Songea Climate page.
