Climate Insights for Tchaourou
Borgou Department, Benin
Climate Overview
The climate in Tchaourou is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1,193 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 243 mm of rainfall. Tchaourou sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Tchaourou is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 47 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 9.6 in of rainfall. Tchaourou sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Tchaourou sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 37°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°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.Tchaourou 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 81°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°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
Tchaourou is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,193 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 99 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 243 mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0 mm. That's 243 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.Tchaourou is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 47 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.9 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 9.6 in of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0 in. That's 9.6 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
Tchaourou 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 April, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, 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 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Tchaourou is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3mph, 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 Tchaourou 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 Tchaourou 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.