Climate Insights for Djougou
Donga Department, Benin
Climate Overview
The climate in Djougou is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1,316 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 280 mm of rainfall. Djougou sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Djougou is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 51.8 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 11 in of rainfall. Djougou sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Djougou sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 36°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 30°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 27°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between January and February, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Djougou sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 68°F to 98°F. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 98°F and an average of 87°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 68°F and an average of 80°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between January and February, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Djougou is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,316 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 110 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 280 mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0 mm. That's 280 mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Djougou is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 51.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.3 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 11 in of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0 in. That's 11 in less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Djougou is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Djougou is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Djougou based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Djougou based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.