La Mercy Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in La Mercy, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. 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.

La Mercy has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1021 mm (40 in) of rainfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in La Mercy, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives high rainfall, with an average of 116 mm (4.6 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 15 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, June, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 37 mm (1.5 in) over 4 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). The city receives 168 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 23°C (73°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our La Mercy 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.

La Mercy vs World: Rainfall Compared

La Mercy's average annual precipitation is 1021 mm (40 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.

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.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

• 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 La Mercy's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our La Mercy Climate page.