Regions with monsoons

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Regions with monsoons

This map shows which regions receive monsoon rainfall based on the IPCC’s “global monsoon” definition, which identifies areas receiving at least 2.5 mm more rainfall per day in summer than winter.

Global monsoon areas

Source: IPCC, Sixth Assessment Report, Working Group 1: The Physical Science Basis

Global monsoon areas

Source: IPCC, Sixth Assessment Report, Working Group 1: The Physical Science Basis

Global monsoon areas

Source: IPCC, Sixth Assessment Report, Working Group 1: The Physical Science Basis

Published August 13, 2026

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