Umzumbe Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Umzumbe, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Umzumbe has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1011 mm (40 in) of rainfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Umzumbe, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives high rainfall, with an average of 112 mm (4.4 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 17 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, June, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 41 mm (1.6 in) over 4 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°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 Umzumbe 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.

Umzumbe vs World: Rainfall Compared

Umzumbe's average annual precipitation is 1011 mm (40 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.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

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.

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.

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