Kampong Chhnang Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Kampong Chhnang, Kampong Chhnang Province, Cambodia. 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.
Kampong Chhnang is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1471 mm (58 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, September receives substantial rainfall, averaging 256 mm (10 in) of precipitation, recorded across 19 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, February brings less rainfall, with 12 mm (0.5 in) over 2 rainy days.
September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C (91°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 36°C (97°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Kampong Chhnang Temperature page.
Explore Kampong Chhnang's Historical Precipitation: 2006-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Kampong Chhnang spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Cambodia: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Cambodia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Kampong Chhnang vs World: Rainfall Compared
Kampong Chhnang's average annual precipitation is 1471 mm (58 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.
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.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
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.
- 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 Kampong Chhnang's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Kampong Chhnang Climate page.
