Mid Illovo Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Mid Illovo, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Generally, Mid Illovo has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 947 mm (37 in) of rainfall annually. However, it does experience a distinct dry season during certain months. Take a look at our detailed charts below to see the seasonal variation.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Mid Illovo shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 123 mm (4.8 in) of precipitation during the wettest month December, distributed over 19 rainy days.

In contrast, June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 26 mm (1 in) of rainfall over 3 rainy days.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). The city receives 190 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Mid Illovo Temperature page.

Mid Illovo's average annual precipitation is 947 mm (37 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.

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.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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.

• "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
• The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
• The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA, over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.

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