Kolhapur sits close to the Western Ghats in southern Maharashtra, where the mountains enhance monsoon rainfall well beyond what the interior Deccan Plateau receives, making it one of the wetter cities in the state. IMD radar coverage extends across this Western Ghats-foothill district.
Rain in Kolhapur by month
Kolhapur gets about 1,214 mm (47.8 in) of rain in an average year. The wettest month is July, with 336 mm (13.2 in), and the driest is January, with 1 mm (under 0.1 in).
| Month | Average rain | Average temperature |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1 mm (under 0.1 in) | 22.5 °C (73 °F) |
| February | 1 mm (under 0.1 in) | 25.1 °C (77 °F) |
| March | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 27.8 °C (82 °F) |
| April | 14 mm (0.5 in) | 29.7 °C (85 °F) |
| May | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 28.9 °C (84 °F) |
| June | 260 mm (10.2 in) | 25.3 °C (78 °F) |
| July | 336 mm (13.2 in) | 23.9 °C (75 °F) |
| August | 271 mm (10.7 in) | 23.4 °C (74 °F) |
| September | 167 mm (6.6 in) | 23.6 °C (74 °F) |
| October | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 23.7 °C (75 °F) |
| November | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 22.5 °C (73 °F) |
| December | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 21.8 °C (71 °F) |
Long-term monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis). They describe the wider area around Kolhapur and can differ slightly from local weather-station records.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Kolhapur right now?
The map above shows recent radar observations over Kolhapur, Maharashtra where coverage is available. Use the map legend and timestamp to interpret the imagery. A blank map over Kolhapur can mean no detected precipitation, missing coverage, delayed data, or rain too light for radar to detect.
How often does the Kolhapur 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 Kolhapur?
Press play to compare recent radar frames over Maharashtra and see the direction of detected rain. This can help you assess approaching showers near Kolhapur, but storms can grow or change direction; check your local weather service for forecasts and warnings.
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