Kilindoni Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Kilindoni, Mafia Island, Tanzania. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Kilindoni has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1195 mm (47 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. Have a look at our detailed charts below to see how precipitation varies throughout the year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The seasons in Kilindoni, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, April, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 317 mm (12 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 17 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, September, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 22 mm (0.9 in) over 4 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

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 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Kilindoni Temperature page.

Kilindoni's average annual precipitation is 1195 mm (47 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.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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 Kilindoni:

• 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.

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

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