Thakhek Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Thakhek. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Thakhek has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2138 mm of rainfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)

The climate in Thakhek shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 467 mm of precipitation during the wettest month August, distributed over 25 rainy days.

In contrast, December offers drier and sunnier days, with around 6.5 mm of rainfall over a single rainy day.

August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C. The city receives 118 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 30°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Thakhek Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Laos

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Laos. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Thakhek’s average annual precipitation is 2138 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm, evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Interesting weather facts

• Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters of rain falling every year.
• In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm 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 Thakhek’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Thakhek Climate page.