Van Reenen Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Van Reenen, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Van Reenen has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1075 mm (42 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct dry season during certain months. Have a look at our detailed charts below to see how precipitation varies throughout the year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Van Reenen can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 191 mm (7.5 in) of precipitation over 15 rainy days.

In contrast June, experiences much drier conditions, with 13 mm (0.5 in) of rainfall, spread across 2 rainy days.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 19°C (66°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Van Reenen Temperature page.

Van Reenen's average annual precipitation is 1075 mm (42 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

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.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Van Reenen:

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

• Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
• In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) 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 Van Reenen's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Van Reenen Climate page.