Bhubaneswar Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Bhubaneswar, India. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Bhubaneswar has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1660 mm (65 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))

The seasons in Bhubaneswar, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 397 mm (16 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 12 mm (0.5 in) over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C (91°F). The city receives 107 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Bhubaneswar 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.

Bhubaneswar vs World: Rainfall Compared

Bhubaneswar's average annual precipitation is 1660 mm (65 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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 Bhubaneswar:

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