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

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Riversdale. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Riversdale tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 425 mm of rain per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Despite minor fluctuations, Riversdale enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In November, you can expect around 46 mm of precipitation, while in September, Riversdale receives about 29 mm.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C. During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 22°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Riversdale Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in South Africa

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Riversdale’s average annual precipitation is 425 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm of rainfall mostly during the winter months.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

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

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Riversdale:

• 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.

For more detailed information about Riversdale’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Riversdale Climate page.