Rand Rifles Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Rand Rifles, Namibia. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Rand Rifles has a dry climate with very low precipitation, averaging 38 mm (1.5 in) of rainfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The wettest period in Rand Rifles occurs in February, which receives around 8.2 mm (0.3 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, June, Rand Rifles experiences almost no rainfall, totaling approximately 0.8 mm (0.03 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.
February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). The city receives 0 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 Rand Rifles Temperature page.
Explore Rand Rifles's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Rand Rifles spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Namibia: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Namibia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Rand Rifles vs World: Rainfall Compared
Rand Rifles's average annual precipitation is 38 mm (1.5 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
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.
- "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 Rand Rifles's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Rand Rifles Climate page.
