Melaka Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Melaka. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Melaka experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 2409 mm of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Melaka, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 283 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 24 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 89 mm over 12 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

November, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 31°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Melaka Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Malaysia

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Melaka’s average annual precipitation is 2409 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm of rainfall mostly during the winter months.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Sea vs. Land Precipitation

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.

For more detailed information about Melaka’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Melaka Climate page.