Climate Insights for Bétoukoumba
Dongou, Likouala, Congo-Brazzaville
Climate Overview
The climate in Bétoukoumba is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,169 mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 182 mm of rainfall. Bétoukoumba sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Bétoukoumba is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 46 in of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 7.2 in of rainfall. Bétoukoumba sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Bétoukoumba sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 35°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 26°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Bétoukoumba sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 69°F to 94°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 94°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 69°F and an average of 79°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Bétoukoumba is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,169 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 97 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 182 mm of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 7 mm. That's 175 mm less than October, 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.Bétoukoumba is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 46 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.8 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 7.2 in of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.3 in. That's 6.9 in less than October, 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
Bétoukoumba 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 March, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 4km/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.Bétoukoumba 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 March, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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 Bétoukoumba 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 Bétoukoumba 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.