Mahābaleshwar Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Mahābaleshwar, Maharashtra, India. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Mahābaleshwar experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 2632 mm (104 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct dry and 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))
The climate in Mahābaleshwar shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 849 mm (33 in) of precipitation during the wettest month July, distributed over 22 rainy days.
In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 1.3 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall over 0 rainy days.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). The city receives 112 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Mahābaleshwar 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.
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Mahābaleshwar vs World: Rainfall Compared
Mahābaleshwar's average annual precipitation is 2632 mm (104 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
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 Mahābaleshwar's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Mahābaleshwar Climate page.
