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

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Moshi. 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.

Moshi has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1601 mm of rainfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Moshi can be quite wet during March, receiving approximately 273 mm of precipitation over 12 rainy days.

In contrast September, experiences much drier conditions, with 21 mm of rainfall, spread across 3 rainy days.

March, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C. During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 26°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Moshi Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Tanzania

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Moshi’s average annual precipitation is 1601 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm, with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm, with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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.

Interesting weather facts

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