Climate Insights for Bouaniela
Epéna, Likouala, Congo-Brazzaville
Climate Overview
The climate in Bouaniela is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,473 mm of precipitation falls per year. Bouaniela receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bouaniela sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Bouaniela is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 58 in of precipitation falls per year. Bouaniela receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bouaniela sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Bouaniela sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 22°C to 33°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Bouaniela sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 72°F to 91°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 91°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 72°F and an average of 78°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Bouaniela is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,473 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 123 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 205 mm of rainfall. September and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 50 mm. That's 154 mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Bouaniela is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 58 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.8 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 8.1 in of rainfall. September and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2 in. That's 6.1 in less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Bouaniela is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Bouaniela is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 4mph, 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 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bouaniela 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 Bouaniela 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.