Maḩmūdābād Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Maḩmūdābād, Iran. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

With annual rain/snowfall averaging 272 mm (11 in), Maḩmūdābād maintains relatively low precipitation levels throughout the seasons. However, it does have a distinct dry season during certain months, creating distinct patterns as demonstrated in our detailed graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Maḩmūdābād shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 48 mm (1.9 in) of precipitation during the wettest month March, distributed over 11 rainy days.

In contrast, August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 1.4 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall over 2 rainy days.

March, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). The city receives 205 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 39°C (102°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Maḩmūdābād Temperature page.

Maḩmūdābād's average annual precipitation is 272 mm (11 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.

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

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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.

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