Kampong Cheng Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Kampong Cheng, Malaysia. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Kampong Cheng has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2385 mm (94 in) of rainfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Kampong Cheng shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 282 mm (11 in) of precipitation during the wettest month November, distributed over 24 rainy days.
In contrast, February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 94 mm (3.7 in) of rainfall over 12 rainy days.
November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). The city receives 156 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Kampong Cheng Temperature page.
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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Kampong Cheng vs World: Rainfall Compared
Kampong Cheng's average annual precipitation is 2385 mm (94 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.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Kampong Cheng:
- 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 Kampong Cheng's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Kampong Cheng Climate page.
