Kumarakom Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Kumarakom, Kerala, India. 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.

Kumarakom has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2998 mm (118 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The climate in Kumarakom shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 554 mm (22 in) of precipitation during the wettest month June, distributed over 22 rainy days.

In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 24 mm (0.9 in) of rainfall over a single rainy day.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 33°C (91°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Kumarakom Temperature page.

Kumarakom's average annual precipitation is 2998 mm (118 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

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