Ban Wang Malako Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ban Wang Malako, Petchaburi Province, Thailand. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let’s explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Ban Wang Malako has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1213 mm of rainfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wet season, September receives substantial rainfall, averaging 209 mm of precipitation, recorded across 19 rainy days.
In contrast, the drier season, December brings less rainfall, with 14 mm over 2 rainy days.September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C. The city receives 108 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 31°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Ban Wang Malako Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in Thailand
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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Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Ban Wang Malako’s average annual precipitation is 1213 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm, characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
How is Precipitation Measured?
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.
Interesting weather facts
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm 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 Wang Malako’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Ban Wang Malako Climate page.
Current rainfall in Ban Wang Malako
