Umtentweni Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Umtentweni, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

On average, Umtentweni receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 966 mm (38 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, January receives substantial rainfall, averaging 109 mm (4.3 in) of precipitation, recorded across 16 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, June brings less rainfall, with 38 mm (1.5 in) over 4 rainy days.

January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). 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 Umtentweni Temperature page.

Umtentweni's average annual precipitation is 966 mm (38 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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 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 Umtentweni's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Umtentweni Climate page.