Kota sits on the banks of the Chambal River in southeastern Rajasthan, a wetter part of the state than the desert regions further west, and depends on the June-September southwest monsoon for most of its annual rainfall. The Chambal is a dam-regulated river, and heavy monsoon rain both locally and upstream can lead to releases that raise river levels quickly, occasionally affecting low-lying riverside areas. Tracking radar across the wider Chambal basin helps anticipate these river-level changes before they arrive.
Rain in Kota by month
Kota gets about 761 mm (29.9 in) of rain in an average year. The wettest month is August, with 262 mm (10.3 in), and the driest is December, with 2 mm (0.1 in).
| Month | Average rain | Average temperature |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 16.0 °C (61 °F) |
| February | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 19.6 °C (67 °F) |
| March | 9 mm (0.3 in) | 25.2 °C (77 °F) |
| April | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 31.1 °C (88 °F) |
| May | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 35.2 °C (95 °F) |
| June | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 34.0 °C (93 °F) |
| July | 251 mm (9.9 in) | 29.4 °C (85 °F) |
| August | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 27.3 °C (81 °F) |
| September | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 26.9 °C (80 °F) |
| October | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 25.4 °C (78 °F) |
| November | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 21.6 °C (71 °F) |
| December | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 17.5 °C (64 °F) |
Long-term monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis). They describe the wider area around Kota and can differ slightly from local weather-station records.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Kota right now?
The map above shows recent radar observations over Kota, Rajasthan where coverage is available. Use the map legend and timestamp to interpret the imagery. A blank map over Kota can mean no detected precipitation, missing coverage, delayed data, or rain too light for radar to detect.
How often does the Kota rain radar update?
Updates depend on the radar provider and local network. Check the timestamp on the map for the latest available frame, and press play to compare recent observations. Radar imagery can lag conditions on the ground.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Kota?
Press play to compare recent radar frames over Rajasthan and see the direction of detected rain. This can help you assess approaching showers near Kota, but storms can grow or change direction; check your local weather service for forecasts and warnings.
Is this Kota rain radar free to use?
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