Samut Sakhon Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Samut Sakhon, Thailand. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Samut Sakhon has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1219 mm (48 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct dry 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, September receives substantial rainfall, averaging 240 mm (9.4 in) of precipitation, recorded across 19 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, December brings less rainfall, with 12 mm (0.5 in) over a single rainy day.
September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C (90°F). The city receives 155 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Samut Sakhon 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.
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Samut Sakhon vs World: Rainfall Compared
Samut Sakhon's average annual precipitation is 1219 mm (48 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Samut Sakhon:
- 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.
- 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 Samut Sakhon's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Samut Sakhon Climate page.
