Climate Insights for Akara
Okoyo, Cuvette Department, Congo-Brazzaville
Climate Overview
The climate in Akara is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1,293 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 187 mm of rainfall. Akara sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Akara is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 50.9 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 7.3 in of rainfall. Akara sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Akara sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 32°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Akara sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 69°F to 89°F. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 79°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 69°F and an average of 76°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Akara is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,293 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 108 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 187 mm of rainfall. October and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 18 mm. That's 168 mm less than November, 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.Akara is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 50.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.3 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 7.4 in of rainfall. October and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.7 in. That's 6.6 in less than November, 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
Akara is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 5km/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.Akara is relatively calm, 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 August, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Akara is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 29 mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Akara is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.1 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 89°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Akara 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 Akara 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.