Ethels Drive Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ethels Drive, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Ethels Drive is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1645 mm (65 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))
The climate in Ethels Drive shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 306 mm (12 in) of precipitation during the wettest month January, distributed over 15 rainy days.
In contrast, June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 19 mm (0.7 in) of rainfall over 2 rainy days.
January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 18°C (64°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ethels Drive Temperature page.
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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Ethels Drive vs World: Rainfall Compared
Ethels Drive's average annual precipitation is 1645 mm (65 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 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.
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.
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.
- "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 Ethels Drive's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Ethels Drive Climate page.
