Passara Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Passara, Badulla District, Sri Lanka. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Passara has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1989 mm (78 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, November receives substantial rainfall, averaging 319 mm (13 in) of precipitation, recorded across 16 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, June brings less rainfall, with 87 mm (3.4 in) over 11 rainy days.
November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). The city receives 125 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 33°C (91°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Passara Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Sri Lanka: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Sri Lanka. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Passara vs World: Rainfall Compared
Passara's average annual precipitation is 1989 mm (78 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
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.
- 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 Passara's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Passara Climate page.
