Tukuyu Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Tukuyu, Mbeya Region, Tanzania. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Tukuyu has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1962 mm (77 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. Have a look at our detailed charts below to see how precipitation varies throughout the year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Tukuyu shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 446 mm (18 in) of precipitation during the wettest month April, distributed over 13 snowy days.
In contrast, September offers drier and sunnier days, with around 19 mm (0.7 in) of snowfall over a single snowy day.
April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C (79°F). During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Tukuyu Temperature page.
Explore Tukuyu's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Tukuyu 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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Tukuyu vs World: Rainfall Compared
Tukuyu's average annual precipitation is 1962 mm (77 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
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.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Tukuyu's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Tukuyu Climate page.
