Ban Phang Khwang Tai Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ban Phang Khwang Tai, Sakon Nakhon Province, Thailand. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Ban Phang Khwang Tai has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1641 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 climate in Ban Phang Khwang Tai shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 341 mm (13 in) of precipitation during the wettest month August, distributed over 23 rainy days.

In contrast, December offers drier and sunnier days, with around 6.2 mm (0.2 in) of rainfall over a single rainy day.

August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C (90°F). The city receives 118 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ban Phang Khwang Tai Temperature page.

Ban Phang Khwang Tai's average annual precipitation is 1641 mm (65 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.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

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

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.

Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:

• 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 Ban Phang Khwang Tai's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Ban Phang Khwang Tai Climate page.