Gaba Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Gaba, Uganda. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Gaba has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1917 mm (75 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.
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, April receives substantial rainfall, averaging 247 mm (9.7 in) of precipitation, recorded across 23 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July brings less rainfall, with 107 mm (4.2 in) over 11 rainy days.
April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C (79°F). The city receives 118 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 25°C (77°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Gaba Temperature page.
Explore Gaba's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Gaba spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Uganda: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Uganda. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Gaba vs World: Rainfall Compared
Gaba's average annual precipitation is 1917 mm (75 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 Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
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.
- "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 Gaba's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Gaba Climate page.
