After the scorching heat summer season, every Indian is always waiting for the rainy season. Even tourists also enjoy the rainy season, lush green mountains, rivers, waterfalls, valleys & picturesque atmosphere. Monsoon in India begins from Andaman and then it reaches Kerala & other regions.
Top Five wettest places in India
After the scorching heat summer season, every Indian is always waiting for the rainy season. Even tourists also enjoy the rainy season, lush green mountains, rivers, waterfalls, valleys & picturesque atmosphere. Monsoon in India begins from Andaman and then it reaches Kerala & other regions.
Some of the regions in India receive heavy rainfall. These places are all located in the northeastern and southern parts of India, which are known for their heavy rainfall. Almost every year, the monsoon season is the wettest time of year in these areas, which may bring heavy rains and flooding. However, the rain also helps farmers for green vegetation and tourists for beautiful waterfalls & cool climate.
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Lets get some more information about the top five places in India which receive heaviest rainfall.
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Mawsynram
Mawsynram in Meghalaya receives an average annual rainfall of 11,872 mm (467.7 in). It is located on the southern slopes of the Khasi Hills. As per the data, it is the wettest place on the earth. The monsoon season can bring heavy rains and flooding but also helps to create lush vegetation and beautiful waterfalls. Mawsynram is popular with tourists for beautiful waterfalls,while traveling to the destination. Mawsynram is known for its natural beauty and its unique culture.
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Cherrapunji
Cherrapunji in Meghalaya is in second place, receiving an average annual rainfall of 11,679 mm (459.9 in). Few years back, it was in the first place. It is located just 10 km from Mawsynram, Cherrapunji is also known for its natural beauty, and number of waterfalls, including Nohkalikai Falls, which is the highest plunge waterfall in India.
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Agumbe
Agumbe in Karnataka receives an average annual rainfall of 7,620 mm (300.1 in). It is located in the Western Ghats and famous for the beautiful sunsets over the Arabian Sea amidst the scenic and serene landscape. Agumbe is a popular tourist spot for beautiful waterfalls for ex.Barkana Falls, Kunchi Falls, Onake Abbi Falls andKoodlu Theertha Falls etc.
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Mahabaleshwar
Mahabaleshwar is the topmost tourist place in Maharashtra. It receives an average annual rainfall of 4,571 mm (180.4 in). It is a popular hill station known for its scenic beauty, and it is also a great place to escape the heat of the summer. It is a tourist friendly destination throughout the year.
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Pasighat
Pasighat in Arunachal Pradesh, known as Gateway of Arunachal Pradesh. It receives an average annual rainfall of 4,420 mm (174.0 in). It is located in the northeastern part of India. Pasighat is a popular tourist destination, and a great place to experience the monsoon rains in India.
