October Rainfall and Precipitation in India

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across India in October.

India experiences precipitation in October ranging from low in Sām with 7.7 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall to heavy in Thattakād with 419 mm (16 in) of rainfall.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in October: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

India precipitation in October: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does India receive in October?

Rainfall in New Delhi during October is on the lighter side, averaging about 14 mm (0.6 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.

How many days does it rain in India in October?

Rainfall in New Delhi typically falls on roughly a single day days in October.

Is October part of the rainy season in India?

Not really. October is outside the wettest stretch of the year in India.

What is the wettest city in October in India?

Based on our records, Thattakād receives the most rainfall in India in October, averaging about 419 mm (16 in).

What is the driest city in October in India?

In our records, Sām stands out as the driest city in India for October, averaging just 7.7 mm (0.3 in).

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