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Which part of Odisha receives the heaviest rainfall?
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Within the state of Odisha, the Eastern Ghats receive the heaviest precipitation. While the state experiences an average annual rainfall of about 60 inches (1,500 mm)—primarily during the monsoon season—these mountainous regions see higher levels of rainfall compared to other areas, such as the coastal region south of Chilka Lake, which is the driest part of the state.1