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Average Rainy - Precipitation days in Bollegala

Over the course of the year, Bollegala experiences 2654 mm of rain across 137 days. On this page you will discover more about the number of precipitation days.

Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days

October is usually the wettest with 362 mm of rain over 16 rainy days, whereas January averages 72 mm during its 5 rainy days.

Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide

Bollegala's average annual precipitation falls over 137 days. Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Las Vegas, USA, gets about 26 precipitation days annually, which is typical for its arid desert climate.

In Bogotá, Colombia, there are around 188 precipitation days annually, typical for its high-altitude tropical climate.

In Athens, Greece, it rains around 70 days in the year; therefore, it is one of the driest Mediterranean cities, mainly dominated by winter rainfall.

Every year, the city of New York, USA, records about 130 precipitation days, with rainfall evenly distributed throughout the year.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 198 precipitation days annually, with wetter summers compared to winter.

In Tokyo, Japan, the city sees around 181 precipitation days annually, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Fun facts about Rain from Around the World

Let’s explore more fascinating precipitation records:

  • Tutunendo, Colombia, gets about 340 days of rain every year, which arguably makes it the wettest place in the world.
  • On Réunion Island, a tropical cyclone generated 1825 mm in just 24 hours.
  • Singapore receives thunder on 167 days in the year and is considered one of the most thunderous cities in the world.
  • The smallest drops that fall are called drizzle drops, and they have a diameter of 0.5 mm.
  • Some heavy storms generate "diamond dust," which consists of very small ice crystals that float in the air.

For more detailed information about rainfall patterns in Bollegala, visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.


Current rainfall in Bollegala

Sunday
23 Feb
Clear sky
Clear sky
33°C
0.1 mm
Monday
24 Feb
Clear sky
Clear sky
36°C
0.1 mm
Tuesday
25 Feb
Light rain
Light rain
27°C
1.3 mm

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