Bagamoyo Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Bagamoyo, Tanzania. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Bagamoyo has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1050 mm (41 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct dry season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The seasons in Bagamoyo, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, April, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 214 mm (8.4 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 28 mm (1.1 in) over 6 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). The city receives 154 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Bagamoyo Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
45-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in June
Explore Bagamoyo's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Bagamoyo 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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Bagamoyo vs World: Rainfall Compared
Bagamoyo's average annual precipitation is 1050 mm (41 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
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.
- The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
- Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
- A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.
For more detailed information about Bagamoyo's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Bagamoyo Climate page.
