Mweiga Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Mweiga, Aberdare National Park, Kenya. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Mweiga is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1353 mm (53 in).
Monthly Rainfall & Rainy Days
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The seasons in Mweiga, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 195 mm (7.7 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 22 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, September, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 62 mm (2.4 in) over 10 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 22°C (72°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Mweiga Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records. 43-year average (1980-2025)
Average precipitation in August
Explore Mweiga's Historical Precipitation: 1979-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Mweiga spanning 48 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Kenya: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Kenya. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
Mweiga vs World: Rainfall Compared
Mweiga's average annual precipitation is 1353 mm (53 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
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.
- "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 Mweiga's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Mweiga Climate page.
Mweiga Weather by Month
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Mweiga 3-Day Forecast
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