Ban Pong Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ban Pong, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Ban Pong has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1444 mm (57 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. Have a look at our detailed charts below to see how precipitation varies throughout the year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Ban Pong can be quite wet during August, receiving approximately 305 mm (12 in) of precipitation over 22 rainy days.
In contrast February, experiences much drier conditions, with 7.1 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall, spread across a single rainy day.
August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C (90°F). The city receives 116 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 34°C (93°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ban Pong 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.
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Ban Pong vs World: Rainfall Compared
Ban Pong's average annual precipitation is 1444 mm (57 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
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 Ban Pong:
- 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.
- 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 Pong's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Ban Pong Climate page.
