Tanjung Bungah Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Tanjung Bungah, Penang, Malaysia. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Tanjung Bungah is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2529 mm (100 in).
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Tanjung Bungah can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 343 mm (14 in) of precipitation over 24 rainy days.
In contrast January, experiences much drier conditions, with 111 mm (4.4 in) of rainfall, spread across 9 rainy days.
October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). The city receives 161 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 Tanjung Bungah Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
47-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in July
Explore Tanjung Bungah's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Tanjung Bungah spanning 51 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.
heavy rainfall
high
moderate
low
almost none
Tanjung Bungah vs World: Rainfall Compared
Tanjung Bungah's average annual precipitation is 2529 mm (100 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
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 Tanjung Bungah's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Tanjung Bungah Climate page.
