Ranchi sits on the Chota Nagpur plateau at a higher elevation than most Indian state capitals, giving it a comparatively mild climate with monsoon rainfall concentrated between June and September. The hilly, well-drained terrain around the city generally limits large-scale flooding, making rainfall here more of a water-supply and agricultural concern than an urban flood risk.
Rain in Ranchi by month
Ranchi gets about 1,323 mm (52.1 in) of rain in an average year. The wettest month is July, with 349 mm (13.8 in), and the driest is November, with 6 mm (0.2 in).
| Month | Average rain | Average temperature |
|---|---|---|
| January | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 14.9 °C (59 °F) |
| February | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 19.0 °C (66 °F) |
| March | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 24.2 °C (76 °F) |
| April | 25 mm (1.0 in) | 29.5 °C (85 °F) |
| May | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 31.7 °C (89 °F) |
| June | 208 mm (8.2 in) | 29.7 °C (85 °F) |
| July | 349 mm (13.8 in) | 26.2 °C (79 °F) |
| August | 312 mm (12.3 in) | 25.5 °C (78 °F) |
| September | 226 mm (8.9 in) | 24.7 °C (76 °F) |
| October | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 22.2 °C (72 °F) |
| November | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 18.3 °C (65 °F) |
| December | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 15.2 °C (59 °F) |
Long-term monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis). They describe the wider area around Ranchi and can differ slightly from local weather-station records.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Ranchi right now?
The map above shows recent radar observations over Ranchi, Jharkhand where coverage is available. Use the map legend and timestamp to interpret the imagery. A blank map over Ranchi can mean no detected precipitation, missing coverage, delayed data, or rain too light for radar to detect.
How often does the Ranchi rain radar update?
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Can I see if a storm is heading toward Ranchi?
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