Mariental Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Mariental. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Mariental sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 216 mm of rainfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wet season, February receives substantial rainfall, averaging 61 mm of precipitation, recorded across 6 rainy days.
In contrast, the drier season, August brings less rainfall, with 0.4 mm over 0 rainy days.February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 34°C. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 26°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Mariental Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in Namibia
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Namibia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Mariental’s average annual precipitation is 216 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm of rainfall mostly during the winter months.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
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.
Global Warming and Precipitation
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Mariental:
- 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.
For more detailed information about Mariental’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Mariental Climate page.
Current rainfall in Mariental
