Leribe Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Leribe, Lesotho. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Leribe has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1019 mm (40 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct dry 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))

The seasons in Leribe, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives high rainfall, with an average of 159 mm (6.3 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 12 mm (0.5 in) over 2 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). The city receives 309 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 16°C (61°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Leribe Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Lesotho: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Lesotho. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Leribe vs World: Rainfall Compared

Leribe's average annual precipitation is 1019 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.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

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.

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.

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