Bhaktapur Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Bhaktapur. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Bhaktapur has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2696 mm of rainfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Bhaktapur can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 730 mm of precipitation over 16 rainy days.

In contrast December, experiences much drier conditions, with 22 mm of rainfall, spread across a single rainy day.

July, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 18°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Bhaktapur Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Nepal

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Bhaktapur’s average annual precipitation is 2696 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm, with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

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.

Sea vs. Land Precipitation

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

For more detailed information about Bhaktapur’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Bhaktapur Climate page.