Amakhala Game Reserve Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Amakhala Game Reserve, Eastern Cape, South Africa. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Generally, Amakhala Game Reserve receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 568 mm (22 in) annually. The distribution varies significantly throughout the year, with a distinct dry season during certain months, as shown in our charts below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Amakhala Game Reserve can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 65 mm (2.6 in) of precipitation over 10 rainy days.

In contrast May, experiences much drier conditions, with 28 mm (1.1 in) of rainfall, spread across 7 rainy days.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). The city receives 251 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Amakhala Game Reserve Temperature page.

Amakhala Game Reserve's average annual precipitation is 568 mm (22 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

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

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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.

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