Chale Island Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Chale Island, Coast Province, Kenya. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Chale Island is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1178 mm (46 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Chale Island can be quite wet during May, receiving approximately 270 mm (11 in) of precipitation over 18 rainy days.

In contrast February, experiences much drier conditions, with 22 mm (0.9 in) of rainfall, spread across 4 rainy days.

May, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 202 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Chale Island Temperature page.

Chale Island's average annual precipitation is 1178 mm (46 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

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

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

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.

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