Gaya Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Gaya, Bihar, India. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Gaya has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1087 mm (43 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))
Gaya can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 292 mm (11 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.
In contrast December, experiences much drier conditions, with 7.8 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall, spread across a single rainy day.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 34°C (93°F). During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Gaya 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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Gaya vs World: Rainfall Compared
Gaya's average annual precipitation is 1087 mm (43 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Gaya:
- 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 Gaya's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Gaya Climate page.
