Ban Muang Ngai Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ban Muang Ngai, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand. 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.

Ban Muang Ngai is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1406 mm (55 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Ban Muang Ngai, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 288 mm (11 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 23 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 9.2 mm (0.4 in) over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 32°C (90°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ban Muang Ngai Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Thailand: City Comparison

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

Ban Muang Ngai vs World: Rainfall Compared

Ban Muang Ngai's average annual precipitation is 1406 mm (55 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

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