Gordonʼs Bay Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Gordonʼs Bay, Western Cape, South Africa. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Generally, Gordonʼs Bay experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 725 mm yearly.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Gordonʼs Bay, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives high rainfall, with an average of 121 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 25 mm over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C. The city receives 175 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 25°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Gordonʼs Bay Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in South Africa

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Gordonʼs Bay’s average annual precipitation is 725 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

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

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

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Interesting weather facts

• "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 wide and 20 cm 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 fell during the winter of 1972.

For more detailed information about Gordonʼs Bay’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Gordonʼs Bay Climate page.