Visakhapatnam Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Visakhapatnam experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1114 mm (44 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))

The climate in Visakhapatnam shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 203 mm (8 in) of precipitation during the wettest month August, distributed over 9 rainy days.

In contrast, March offers drier and sunnier days, with around 8.4 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall over a single rainy day.

August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C (90°F). The city receives 171 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 32°C (90°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Visakhapatnam Temperature page.

Visakhapatnam's average annual precipitation is 1114 mm (44 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.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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.

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

• 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 Visakhapatnam's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Visakhapatnam Climate page.