Cuamba Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Cuamba, Mozambique. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
On average, Cuamba receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 894 mm (35 in). Despite this overall moderate level, the city experiences distinct dry and rainy season during certain months throughout the year, as illustrated in the precipitation charts below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Cuamba can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 265 mm (10 in) of precipitation over 17 rainy days.
In contrast August, experiences much drier conditions, with 2.5 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall, spread across a single rainy day.
January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). The city receives 192 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Cuamba Temperature page.
Explore Cuamba's Historical Precipitation: 1978-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Cuamba spanning 49 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Mozambique: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Mozambique. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Cuamba vs World: Rainfall Compared
Cuamba's average annual precipitation is 894 mm (35 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
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 Cuamba:
- 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.
- 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 Cuamba's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Cuamba Climate page.
