Tsavo West National Park Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Tsavo West National Park. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Generally, Tsavo West National Park experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 731 mm yearly.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Tsavo West National Park, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives high rainfall, with an average of 134 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 12 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 4.5 mm over 3 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 28°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Tsavo West National Park Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Kenya

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Tsavo West National Park’s average annual precipitation is 731 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm, characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

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

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

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.

Interesting weather facts

• Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters of rain falling every year.
• In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
• Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.

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