Which is the rainiest station in India?

But for longer durations of time Cherrapunji

Cherrapunji
Cherrapunji (/ˌtʃɛrəˈpʌndʒi, -ˈpʊn-/ ( listen)) or Sohra is a subdivisional town (Proposed District) East Khasi Hills district in the Indian state of Meghalaya. It is the traditional capital of ka hima Sohra (Khasi tribal kingdom). Cherrapunji.
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holds the world record for point rainfall and to that extent the data for the years 1860, 1861 and 1974 are quite sigmficant. There appears to be a neck and neck race be- tween Cherrapunji and Mawsynram to win the title of 'rainiest station in India'.

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What are the two rainiest stations?

  • Solution:
  • (i) Two rainiest stations: Shillong and Mumbai.
  • (ii) Two driest stations: Leh and Jodhpur.
  • (iii) Two stations with most equable climate: Bangalore and Tiruvanantapuram.
  • (iv) Two stations with most extreme climate: Leh and Jodhpur.

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Is the driest station in India?

(ii) Leh and Jodhpur are the driest stations of India. Leh, a high-desert city in the Himalayas, is the capital of the Leh region in northern India's Jammu and Kashmir state. Jodhpur is a city in the Thar Desert of the northwest Indian state of Rajasthan. (iii) Thiruvananthapuram and Chennai have equable climate.

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Is Leh the driest station?

Detailed Solution. The correct answer is Leh. Leh is the driest region among the following. The reason behind this is because Leh has a cold desert climate with long, cold winters from late November to early March, with minimum temperatures well below freezing for most of the winter.

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Which are the two hottest stations of India in the month of May June?

(d) In the month of June: Jodhpur and Delhi.

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Top 10 Rainiest Cities In India

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Where is no rain in June in India?

We recommend travelling to the Himalayas to enjoy the cooler temperature there as it rarely rains at the start of June. Places like Rishikesh, Manali and Dharamsala are very popular among international and domestic travellers this time of the year.

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What is the second hottest place in India?

12 hottest places in India
  • 12 hottest places in India to make you sweat.
  • Sri Ganganagar.
  • Jhansi.
  • Nagpur.
  • Daltonganj.
  • Bilaspur.
  • Vijayawada.
  • Ramagundam, Telangana.

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Is there any oxygen problem in Leh?

Is there any oxygen problem in Leh? Leh is located at a high altitude - nearly 10,000 feet above sea level. As one climbs higher, the amount of oxygen in the air begins to fall. So, yes, there is less oxygen in Leh, as compared to low altitude and plane areas.

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Can we drink beer in Leh?

Drinking is not prohibited in Leh. However, moderation is strongly recommended while consuming liquor. Liquor causes dehydration and in Leh, it might mean headaches and acute nausea.

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Do we need oxygen in Leh?

The road traveling to Leh helps the human bodies automatically to adjust according to weather. But if you are reaching Leh by air then body takes to time to adjust and only rest is advised. There's no need of oxygen cylinder for a normal person.

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Which station is cleanest in India?

The Bikaner Railway Station in Rajasthan, is often considered as the cleanest station in India, with Ministry saying it is an 'epitome of cleanliness & hygiene.

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Which Indian station is beautiful?

The Vijayawada Railway Station is among the most beautiful stations in India. The building's white colour gives it an aesthetic look. The Station was built back in 1888 and is one of the busiest stations in India, followed by Howarah station, Kanpur station and New Delhi station.

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Which station is best in India?

Best Railway Stations In India: Vintage Essentials
  1. Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Mumbai. Standing Tall (Source) ...
  2. Ghum, North Bengal. Ghoom Railway Station (Source) ...
  3. Dudhsagar, Goa. Such scenery. ...
  4. Char Bagh, Lucknow. ...
  5. Howrah Station, West Bengal. ...
  6. New Delhi Railway Station. ...
  7. Cuttack, Odisha. ...
  8. Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh.

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Which station receives maximum rainfall?

Mawsynram is a place that receives the highest average rainfall in the world. This place is located in Meghalaya. It receives the majority of its rainfall from the Bay of Bengal branch of the Indian monsoon.

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What is the world's rainiest city?

The wettest city in the world is Buenaventura, where it rains 258 days per year. Australia's rainiest city is Cairns in Queensland, with 117 days of precipitation. The UK's wettest city is Londonderry in Northern Ireland (147 days). The wettest city in the US is Hilo, Hawaii (211 days).

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Which of the stations receives the rainfall first in India?

Kerala is the first state of India to receive rainfall by the southwest monsoon. Rainfall received from the southwest monsoons is seasonal, which occurs between June and September.

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How can I increase my oxygen level in Leh?

The elevation of Leh (the capital of Ladakh) is 3,500 metres above sea level and you must take 2 days of acclimatization at this height before going to higher altitude.
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What to do:
  1. go down by at least 500m.
  2. use oxygen cylinder (if available)
  3. drink enough water.

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Is cigarette allowed in Ladakh?

The J&K Government has achieved a major success against tobacco as Leh district in the Ladakh region has been declared a tobacco-free zone.

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Are there mosquitoes in Ladakh?

Mosquito repellents you could carry but from my own experience, mosquitos are not an issue in Ladakh. Carry general first-aid medicines like dispirin, dettol, band aid etc. For aid in acclimatization you may carry diamox which is easily available and could help you if you have AMS problem.

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Why there is no trees in Ladakh?

Chushul village sits more than 4,200 meters above sea level in the Ladakh region, a cold desert between India and China where less than 10 centimeters of annual rainfall and extreme seasonal temperature swings make it difficult for much to grow.

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Who should not go to Leh Ladakh?

Is there lack of Oxygen in Leh/ Ladakh? Anyone traveling above 10000 feet will find it little difficult to breath normally and do any kind of physical exertion immediately. Its is mainly because of low level of atmospheric oxygen, but the low atmospheric oxygen is absolutely not a cause to avoid Leh Ladakh.

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Do you get alcohol in Leh?

At the tibetan kitchen, local beer is available. There are a fair few wine shops also near the indian oil petrol pump located close to civil hospital. Just ask around and the ever friendly people of leh will guide u.

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Which city is coldest in India?

Here is a list of top 10 coldest places:
  • Bikaner, Rajasthan - 0.0 degrees Celsius.
  • Nowgong, Madhya Pradesh - 0.2 degrees Celsius.
  • Churu, Rajasthan - 1 degrees Celsius.
  • Ayanagar, Delhi - 1.8 degrees Celsius.
  • Datia, Madhya Pradesh - 2.5 degrees Celsius.
  • Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh - 2.6 degrees Celsius.

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Which state in India has the best climate?

25 Best Warm Weather Destinations in India 2023-24
  • Goa – Enjoy the thrilling water activities.
  • Chennai – Explore churches to temples.
  • Gokarna – Offbeat beach destination.
  • Gujarat – Discover the rich cultural heritage.
  • Andaman Islands – Enjoy the breezy winter weather.
  • Hampi – Witness the magnificent structures.

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Which is the coldest city in India today?

Here are the five coldest places in India today:
  1. Districts in Jammu and Kashmir. Districts like Srinagar, Anantnag, Kupwara, and Baramullah are experiencing a temperature of 3 degrees Celcius during the afternoon. ...
  2. Gangtok, Sikkim. ...
  3. Cities in Punjab. ...
  4. Cities in Uttar Pradesh. ...
  5. Haryana and New Delhi.

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