Kakinada sits on the Bay of Bengal coast of Andhra Pradesh near the Godavari delta, exposed to both the southwest and northeast monsoons along with periodic tropical cyclones that strike this stretch of India’s east coast. IMD’s national radar network covers this Godavari delta coastal district.
Rain in Kakinada by month
Kakinada gets about 1,226 mm (48.3 in) of rain in an average year. The wettest month is October, with 215 mm (8.4 in), and the driest is January, with 5 mm (0.2 in).
| Month | Average rain | Average temperature |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 24.2 °C (76 °F) |
| February | 9 mm (0.3 in) | 25.9 °C (79 °F) |
| March | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 28.1 °C (83 °F) |
| April | 26 mm (1.0 in) | 29.7 °C (85 °F) |
| May | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 30.8 °C (87 °F) |
| June | 169 mm (6.6 in) | 29.8 °C (86 °F) |
| July | 204 mm (8.0 in) | 28.5 °C (83 °F) |
| August | 208 mm (8.2 in) | 28.0 °C (82 °F) |
| September | 214 mm (8.4 in) | 28.1 °C (83 °F) |
| October | 215 mm (8.4 in) | 27.8 °C (82 °F) |
| November | 77 mm (3.0 in) | 26.0 °C (79 °F) |
| December | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 24.4 °C (76 °F) |
Long-term monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis). They describe the wider area around Kakinada and can differ slightly from local weather-station records.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Kakinada right now?
The map above shows recent radar observations over Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh where coverage is available. Use the map legend and timestamp to interpret the imagery. A blank map over Kakinada can mean no detected precipitation, missing coverage, delayed data, or rain too light for radar to detect.
How often does the Kakinada 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 Kakinada?
Press play to compare recent radar frames over Andhra Pradesh and see the direction of detected rain. This can help you assess approaching showers near Kakinada, but storms can grow or change direction; check your local weather service for forecasts and warnings.
Is this Kakinada rain radar free to use?
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