Gorakhpur sits on the Rapti River in eastern Uttar Pradesh near the Nepal border, where the southwest monsoon from June through September brings heavy rainfall and the low-lying terrain has a history of seasonal river flooding. IMD radar coverage extends across this Rapti valley district.
Rain in Gorakhpur by month
Gorakhpur gets about 1,200 mm (47.2 in) of rain in an average year. The wettest month is July, with 373 mm (14.7 in), and the driest is November, with 1 mm (under 0.1 in).
| Month | Average rain | Average temperature |
|---|---|---|
| January | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 14.8 °C (59 °F) |
| February | 19 mm (0.8 in) | 19.1 °C (66 °F) |
| March | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 25.2 °C (77 °F) |
| April | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 31.4 °C (89 °F) |
| May | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 34.2 °C (94 °F) |
| June | 187 mm (7.4 in) | 34.3 °C (94 °F) |
| July | 373 mm (14.7 in) | 30.4 °C (87 °F) |
| August | 275 mm (10.8 in) | 29.2 °C (85 °F) |
| September | 193 mm (7.6 in) | 28.0 °C (82 °F) |
| October | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 25.2 °C (77 °F) |
| November | 1 mm (under 0.1 in) | 20.4 °C (69 °F) |
| December | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 15.9 °C (61 °F) |
Long-term monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis). They describe the wider area around Gorakhpur and can differ slightly from local weather-station records.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Gorakhpur right now?
The map above shows recent radar observations over Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh where coverage is available. Use the map legend and timestamp to interpret the imagery. A blank map over Gorakhpur can mean no detected precipitation, missing coverage, delayed data, or rain too light for radar to detect.
How often does the Gorakhpur 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 Gorakhpur?
Press play to compare recent radar frames over Uttar Pradesh and see the direction of detected rain. This can help you assess approaching showers near Gorakhpur, but storms can grow or change direction; check your local weather service for forecasts and warnings.
Is this Gorakhpur rain radar free to use?
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