Bakuriani Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Bakuriani, Samckhe Javakheti, Georgia. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Bakuriani experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1197 mm (47 in) of precipitation annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Bakuriani can be quite wet during May, receiving approximately 170 mm (6.7 in) of precipitation over 18 rainy days.
In contrast January, experiences much drier conditions, with 59 mm (2.3 in) of snowfall, spread across 11 snowy days.
May, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 0°C (32°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Bakuriani Temperature page.
Explore Bakuriani's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Bakuriani spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Georgia: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Georgia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Bakuriani vs World: Rainfall Compared
Bakuriani's average annual precipitation is 1197 mm (47 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
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.
The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
- Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.
- 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 Bakuriani's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Bakuriani Climate page.
