Bloubergstrand Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Bloubergstrand, Western Cape, South Africa. 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.
Generally, Bloubergstrand receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 544 mm (21 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))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, June receives substantial rainfall, averaging 100 mm (3.9 in) of precipitation, recorded across 12 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, January brings less rainfall, with 15 mm (0.6 in) over 4 rainy days.
June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). The city receives 175 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Bloubergstrand Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in July
Explore Bloubergstrand's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Bloubergstrand spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in South Africa: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across South Africa. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Bloubergstrand vs World: Rainfall Compared
Bloubergstrand's average annual precipitation is 544 mm (21 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
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.
- "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 Bloubergstrand's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Bloubergstrand Climate page.
