Maseru Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Maseru. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Generally, Maseru receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 926 mm annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Maseru shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 147 mm of precipitation during the wettest month January, distributed over 13 rainy days.

In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 12 mm of rainfall over 2 rainy days.

January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C. The city receives 285 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 17°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Maseru Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Lesotho

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Maseru’s average annual precipitation is 926 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

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

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm, making it wetter than Sydney.

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 Precipitation Patterns

Tropical Rainforests: In tropical regions, rainfall is generally abundant year-round. Areas near the equator, like the Amazon rainforest, can receive up to 3000 mm of rain annually.

Desert Regions: Deserts such as the Sahara and Arabian deserts typically see less than 250 mm of rainfall annually. Rainfall tends to be infrequent, but when it does occur, it is often intense.

Temperate Zones: In temperate regions, precipitation tends to be more evenly distributed, though areas closer to the ocean may see more rain in the winter months, and areas further inland experience drier summers.

Polar Regions: Precipitation in polar regions, like Antarctica, is extremely low, often falling as snow. Average annual precipitation in Antarctica is less than 200 mm, with some areas receiving as little as 50 mm annually.

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