5 Wettest Places In India That Receive The Highest Rainfall, You Wouldn't Be Able To Guess No 3!

5 Wettest Places In India That Receive The Highest Rainfall. You Wouldn't Be Able To Guess No 3!

Indian Monsoon

Monsoons bring a dramatic shift in wind patterns, creating a distinct rainy season in India. Credits: Unsplash

Rainfall Distribution In India

On average, India receives a significant amount of rainfall, about 115 inches (2900 mm) annually. Credits: chefguntas/ Instagram

Rainy Season In India

The bulk of this rainfall, over 80%, arrives during the southwest monsoon season, which lasts from June to September. Credits: chefguntas/ Instagram

1. Mawsynram, Meghalaya

Holding the title for the wettest place on Earth, Mawsynram receives an astounding amount of rainfall annually. Credits: Wikimedia Commons

2. Cherrapunji, Meghalaya

Once known as the wettest place on Earth, it boasts the mesmerizing Nohkalikai Falls, one of the tallest waterfalls in India. Credits: Wikimedia Commons

3. Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra

A popular hill station in Maharashtra, the rains transform this region into a visual treat, with cascading waterfalls and vibrant landscapes. Credits: Wikimedia Commons

4. Agumbe, Karnataka

Nicknamed the "Cherrapunji of the South", Agumbe teems with diverse flora and fauna, including the elusive king cobra. Credits: Wikimedia Commons

5. Amboli, Maharashtra

This hill station is known for its breathtaking views of the surrounding valleys and the biodiversity of its rainforests. Credits: Wikimedia Commons

Have you visited any of these places? Credits: Unsplash