Surin Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Surin, Thailand. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Surin experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1297 mm (51 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))
Surin can be quite wet during September, receiving approximately 275 mm (11 in) of precipitation over 19 rainy days.
In contrast January, experiences much drier conditions, with 8.1 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall, spread across a single rainy day.
September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C (91°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 32°C (90°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Surin 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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Surin vs World: Rainfall Compared
Surin's average annual precipitation is 1297 mm (51 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.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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 Surin's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Surin Climate page.
