10 Places In India That Receive The Highest Rainfall

Mawsynram, Meghalaya: Mawsynram holds the Guinness World Record for the highest average annual rainfall. It is a village in the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya and receives heavy rainfall during the monsoon season.

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Cherrapunji (Sohra), Meghalaya: Cherrapunji, also located in Meghalaya, was previously known as the wettest place on Earth. It receives significant rainfall throughout the year, with especially heavy showers during the monsoon.

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Agumbe, Karnataka: Agumbe, located in the Western Ghats of Karnataka, is known for its lush greenery and receives one of the highest average rainfalls in India.

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Mandapam, Tamil Nadu: Mandapam, a town in Tamil Nadu, receives heavy rainfall during the northeast monsoon season, especially in the months of October and November.

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Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra: Mahabaleshwar is a hill station in Maharashtra that receives substantial rainfall during the monsoon season, contributing to the lush landscapes and numerous waterfalls in the region.

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Dudhsagar, Goa/Karnataka border: The Dudhsagar Waterfalls, located on the border of Goa and Karnataka, receive heavy rainfall during the monsoon, enhancing the grandeur of the waterfalls.

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Champawat, Uttarakhand: Champawat, a district in Uttarakhand, receives high rainfall during the monsoon, contributing to its lush forests and scenic beauty.

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Chapra, Bihar: Chapra in Bihar is one of the wettest places in the state, receiving significant rainfall during the monsoon season.

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Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu: Tiruvallur, a district in Tamil Nadu, receives heavy rainfall during the monsoon, supporting the agriculture in the region.

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Pelling, Sikkim: Pelling, a town in Sikkim, receives substantial rainfall during the monsoon season, making it a beautiful and green destination.

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