What does a 50% chance of rain mean?

What does a 50% chance of rain mean?

A 50 percent chance of rain means there is a 50 percent chance for any one spot in the forecast area to get wet during the forecast period.

How do you know if it’s actually going to rain?

Look at the shape of the clouds. The types of clouds in the sky can tell you a lot about the weather. In general, clouds that are white and high indicate good weather, and clouds that are dark and low mean rain or storms are on the way. White, wispy clouds usually mean that the weather will be clear.

When can we expect rain in South Africa?

The rainy season for most of the country is in the summer which is November through to March. In in the Western Cape rainsfall comes in the winter which is May to August and in most of the Eastern Cape, it is distributed evenly throughout the year.

What is yellow heavy rain advisory?

Under the heavy rainfall warning system, a yellow rainfall advisory is raised when the expected rainfall amount is between 7.5 mm and 15 mm within one hour and likely to continue.

Is 1 inch a lot of rain?

One (1.00) inch of rain – A light moderate rain never reaches this amount, heavy rain for several hours (2-5 hours). There would be deep standing water for long periods of time.

Can you smell rain coming?

YES! WHAT GOES INTO THE SMELL OF RAIN? That fresh, earthy aroma that hits your nose does have science to back it up. There are times we can smell a rain shower or a thunderstorm coming well in advance of the actual rain.

Can you feel a storm coming?

It is possible to feel that storm coming “in your bones” – or in your head. “Barometric pressure is atmospheric pressure, the weight of the atmosphere,” said headache specialist Dr. Weather shifts and storms come with other changes like temperature swings, rain or snow, and changes in the wind.

Which side of South Africa gets the most rain?

Overall, rainfall is greatest in the east and gradually decreases westward, with some semi-desert areas along the western edge of South Africa.

Should I drive in yellow weather warning?

Although yellow weather warnings are the least severe cautions, the Met Office advises people to “be aware”. If you need to travel during these times, plan your journey ahead of time, as severe weather conditions can cause delays and disruption.