Panvel Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Panvel, Maharashtra, India. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Panvel experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1923 mm (76 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 seasons in Panvel, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 615 mm (24 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 23 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0.9 mm (0.04 in) over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 73 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Panvel 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.

Panvel vs World: Rainfall Compared

Panvel's average annual precipitation is 1923 mm (76 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.

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

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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