Ballito Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal, 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.

Ballito experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1037 mm (41 in) of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Ballito shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 117 mm (4.6 in) of precipitation during the wettest month November, distributed over 15 rainy days.

In contrast, June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 38 mm (1.5 in) of rainfall over 4 rainy days.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). The city receives 168 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ballito Temperature page.

Ballito's average annual precipitation is 1037 mm (41 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.

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

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

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