Scottburgh Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Scottburgh, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Scottburgh has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1040 mm (41 in) of rainfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Scottburgh can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 120 mm (4.7 in) of precipitation over 17 rainy days.
In contrast June, experiences much drier conditions, with 42 mm (1.7 in) of rainfall, spread across 4 rainy days.
November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). The city receives 168 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 23°C (73°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Scottburgh Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in South Africa: City Comparison
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.
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Scottburgh vs World: Rainfall Compared
Scottburgh's average annual precipitation is 1040 mm (41 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
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 Scottburgh's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Scottburgh Climate page.
