Thalassery Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Thalassery, Kerala, India. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Thalassery has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2957 mm (116 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Thalassery can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 724 mm (29 in) of precipitation over 21 rainy days.
In contrast January, experiences much drier conditions, with 7 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall, spread across 0 rainy days.
June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Thalassery Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in India: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across India. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Thalassery vs World: Rainfall Compared
Thalassery's average annual precipitation is 2957 mm (116 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.
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.
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 Thalassery:
- 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.
- 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 Thalassery's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Thalassery Climate page.
