Tanah Rata Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Tanah Rata, Pahang, Malaysia. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Tanah Rata has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 3107 mm (122 in) of rainfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Tanah Rata experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 360 mm (14 in) in November, the wettest month, and 173 mm (6.8 in) in February, the driest month.
November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). The city receives 96 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Tanah Rata Temperature page.
Explore Tanah Rata's Historical Precipitation: 1999-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Tanah Rata spanning 28 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Malaysia: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Malaysia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Tanah Rata vs World: Rainfall Compared
Tanah Rata's average annual precipitation is 3107 mm (122 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
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.
Tropical Rainforests: In tropical regions, rainfall is generally abundant year-round. Areas near the equator, like the Amazon rainforest, can receive up to 3000 mm (118 in) of rain annually.
Desert Regions: Deserts such as the Sahara and Arabian deserts typically see less than 250 mm (9.8 in) of rainfall annually. Rainfall tends to be infrequent, but when it does occur, it is often intense.
Temperate Zones: In temperate regions, precipitation tends to be more evenly distributed, though areas closer to the ocean may see more rain in the winter months, and areas further inland experience drier summers.
Polar Regions: Precipitation in polar regions, like Antarctica, is extremely low, often falling as snow. Average annual precipitation in Antarctica is less than 200 mm (7.9 in), with some areas receiving as little as 50 mm (2 in) annually.
- 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 Tanah Rata's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Tanah Rata Climate page.
