The Springs Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in The Springs. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

On average, The Springs receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 517 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in The Springs, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 61 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 9 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, May, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 25 mm over 6 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

November, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 24°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our The Springs 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

The Springs’s average annual precipitation is 517 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm, with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm, making it wetter than Sydney.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

How Does Precipitation Affect Local Climate?

Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:

• Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.
• Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

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