Bikkatti Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Bikkatti, Tamil Nadu, India. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Bikkatti experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 2581 mm (102 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. You can clearly see this in our monthly precipitation graphs below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Bikkatti shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 361 mm (14 in) of precipitation during the wettest month June, distributed over 9 rainy days.
In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 24 mm (0.9 in) of rainfall over a single rainy day.
June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Bikkatti Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in India: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across India. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Bikkatti vs World: Rainfall Compared
Bikkatti's average annual precipitation is 2581 mm (102 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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 Bikkatti's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Bikkatti Climate page.
