Calvinia Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Calvinia, 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.

Calvinia is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 231 mm (9.1 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. June brings wetter days averaging 28 mm (1.1 in) of precipitation, spread over 7 rainy days.

In contrast, September experiences a drier climate, with about 13 mm (0.5 in) of rainfall spread across 4 rainy days.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C (63°F). The city receives 168 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 22°C (72°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Calvinia Temperature page.

Calvinia's average annual precipitation is 231 mm (9.1 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.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Calvinia:

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