Kilima Juu Pwani Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Kilima Juu Pwani, Zanzibar, Tanzania. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Kilima Juu Pwani experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1161 mm (46 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct dry season during certain months. You can clearly see this in our monthly precipitation graphs below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Kilima Juu Pwani shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 270 mm (11 in) of precipitation during the wettest month April, distributed over 17 rainy days.
In contrast, September offers drier and sunnier days, with around 34 mm (1.3 in) of rainfall over 8 rainy days.
April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Kilima Juu Pwani Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Tanzania: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Tanzania. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Kilima Juu Pwani vs World: Rainfall Compared
Kilima Juu Pwani's average annual precipitation is 1161 mm (46 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
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.
- 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 Kilima Juu Pwani's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Kilima Juu Pwani Climate page.
