The relationship between total annual rainfall and the number of rainy days is a crucial aspect of regional climatological studies, particularly in monsoon-dependent regions of India. Kolhapur district, located along the eastern margin of the Western Ghats, exhibits marked spatial variability in rainfall characteristics due to its diverse physiography. The present study examines the taluka-wise relationship between annual rainfall and the number of rainy days in Kolhapur district using secondary data. Descriptive statistical techniques along with correlation and regression analysis have been employed to assess the nature and strength of the relationship. The analysis reveals a very strong positive correlation (r = 0.97) between annual rainfall and rainy days, indicating that higher rainfall in the district is primarily associated with longer monsoon duration rather than isolated high-intensity events. The findings provide valuable insights for agricultural planning, water resource management, and climate-sensitive regional development.
Dr. Navnath K. Bansode (Mon,) studied this question.