Nong Chok Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Nong Chok, Bangkok Province, Thailand. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Nong Chok has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1486 mm (59 in) of rainfall 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 Nong Chok, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, September, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 295 mm (12 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 20 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 10 mm (0.4 in) over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 34°C (93°F). The city receives 155 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 33°C (91°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Nong Chok Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Thailand: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Thailand. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Nong Chok vs World: Rainfall Compared

Nong Chok's average annual precipitation is 1486 mm (59 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

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