Mandalay Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Mandalay. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Mandalay has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1219 mm of rainfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Mandalay shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 238 mm of precipitation during the wettest month September, distributed over 12 rainy days.

In contrast, February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 4.9 mm of rainfall over a single rainy day.

September, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 33°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Mandalay Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Myanmar (Burma)

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Myanmar (Burma). You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Mandalay’s average annual precipitation is 1219 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages [964 mm], with snowy winters and rainy summers.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Mandalay:

• 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.

For more detailed information about Mandalay’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Mandalay Climate page.