7 Longest And Most Involved Rain Areas In The World

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JAKARTA - Rain is a natural gift that provides life, but in some places in the world, it rains so hard and lasts for almost a year. These areas not only have high rainfall, but are also known for their unique extreme weather phenomenon.

Here are 7 areas with the longest and heaviest rainfall in the world, as reported by VOI from the escape.com.au page on Tuesday, February 4.

The average annual rainfall in Mawsynram is 11,871 mm. Only 15 km from Cherrapunji, this village often competes to hold the title of the wettest place in the world. In fact, Mawsynram residents must use grass to reduce the sound of rain so heavy and continuously hit their homes during the rainy season. According to meteorologists, the location of Mawsynram which is close to Bangladesh and Teluk Bengal has caused high rainfall in this area.

"Every time humidity gathers in Bengal Bay, it will cause high rainfall in Mawsynram, so the rainy season lasts a long time," said Sunit Das of the Indian Meteorological Department.

The average annual rainfall in Cherrapunji is 11,777 mm. Ironically, despite being the second wettest place in the world, Cherrapunji residents experience drought during the dry season, where rain can stop for months.

During the rainy season, this area continues to experience continuous heavy rain, sometimes up to 15-21 consecutive days. In addition, Cherrapunji is famous for its amazing waterfalls, hills, and life root bridges.

The average annual rainfall in Tutendo is 11,770 mm. This area experiences two seasons of rain every year, so the area is almost always wet all year round. The closest city, Quibdo also holds the title as the wettest city in the world.

The average annual rainfall in the Cropp River is 11,516 mm. Even though it is only 9 km long, the Cropp River has unusually high rainfall. This makes it one of the wetttest places in the world.

The average annual rainfall in San Antonio de Ureca is 10,450 mm. San Antonio de Ureca is the wettest place in Africa. The dry season only lasts from November to March, while other months are pouring rain. During the short dry season, tourists can watch turtles come to the beach to lay eggs, an amazing sight.

The average annual rainfall in Debundscha is 10,299 mm. Debundscha Village is located at the foot of Mount Cameroon. Scientists believe that the presence of this mountain contributes to the high rainfall in the region, as the mountain blocks the clouds and causes continuous rain.

The average annual rainfall in Big Bog is 10,272 mm. Even though it is always raining, Big Bog remains the main tourist attraction in Maui thanks to its green and fertile view.

Rain in this area is caused by east-pasat winds carrying humidity from the Pacific Ocean, which then collides with the steep slopes of the surrounding mountains.