Ol Kokwe Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ol Kokwe, Kenya. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Ol Kokwe is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1215 mm (48 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Ol Kokwe shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 157 mm (6.2 in) of precipitation during the wettest month May, distributed over 13 rainy days.

In contrast, February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 22 mm (0.9 in) of rainfall over 7 rainy days.

May, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 34°C (93°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ol Kokwe Temperature page.

Ol Kokwe's average annual precipitation is 1215 mm (48 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.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

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.

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

• 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 Ol Kokwe's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Ol Kokwe Climate page.