Gerik Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Gerik, Malaysia. 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.
Gerik experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 2256 mm (89 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct 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))
Gerik can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 297 mm (12 in) of precipitation over 23 rainy days.
In contrast February, experiences much drier conditions, with 87 mm (3.4 in) of rainfall, spread across 9 rainy days.
October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 32°C (90°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Gerik Temperature page.
Explore Gerik's Historical Precipitation: 2006-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Gerik spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Malaysia: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Malaysia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Gerik vs World: Rainfall Compared
Gerik's average annual precipitation is 2256 mm (89 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.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
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.
- 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 Gerik's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Gerik Climate page.
