Pangani Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Pangani, Tanzania. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Pangani experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1232 mm (49 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct dry season during certain months. You can clearly see this in our monthly precipitation graphs below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, April receives substantial rainfall, averaging 252 mm (9.9 in) of precipitation, recorded across 17 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, January brings less rainfall, with 30 mm (1.2 in) over 9 rainy days.
April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 32°C (90°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Pangani Temperature page.
Explore Pangani's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Pangani spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Tanzania: City Comparison
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.
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Pangani vs World: Rainfall Compared
Pangani's average annual precipitation is 1232 mm (49 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Pangani:
- Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
- Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.
- "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 Pangani's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Pangani Climate page.
