Ban Thana Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ban Thana, Laos. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Ban Thana has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1906 mm (75 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 seasons in Ban Thana, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 397 mm (16 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 24 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 13 mm (0.5 in) over 4 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). 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 Ban Thana Temperature page.
Explore Ban Thana's Historical Precipitation: 1978-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Ban Thana spanning 49 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Laos: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Laos. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Ban Thana vs World: Rainfall Compared
Ban Thana's average annual precipitation is 1906 mm (75 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
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 Ban Thana:
- 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 Thana's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Ban Thana Climate page.
