Kausani Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Kausani, Uttarakhand, India. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Kausani has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1929 mm (76 in) of rain/snowfall 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))

The seasons in Kausani, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 551 mm (22 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, November, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 14 mm (0.6 in) over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C (79°F). During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 20°C (68°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Kausani 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.

Kausani vs World: Rainfall Compared

Kausani's average annual precipitation is 1929 mm (76 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.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

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 proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

• 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 Kausani's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Kausani Climate page.