Pallekele Kadawidiya Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Pallekele Kadawidiya, Sri Lanka. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Pallekele Kadawidiya is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1859 mm (73 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Pallekele Kadawidiya can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 300 mm (12 in) of precipitation over 16 rainy days.

In contrast March, experiences much drier conditions, with 92 mm (3.6 in) of rainfall, spread across 7 rainy days.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). The city receives 125 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Pallekele Kadawidiya Temperature page.

Pallekele Kadawidiya's average annual precipitation is 1859 mm (73 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.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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.

Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

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