Balik Pulau Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Balik Pulau, Penang, Malaysia. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Balik Pulau has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2569 mm (101 in) of rainfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The seasons in Balik Pulau, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 343 mm (14 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 24 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 117 mm (4.6 in) over 9 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). The city receives 170 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Balik Pulau Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Malaysia: City Comparison

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

Balik Pulau vs World: Rainfall Compared

Balik Pulau's average annual precipitation is 2569 mm (101 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.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

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 Balik Pulau:

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