Climate Insights for Otala
Makoua, Cuvette Department, Congo-Brazzaville
Climate Overview
The climate in Otala is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,357 mm of precipitation falls per year. Otala receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Otala sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Otala is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 53.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Otala receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Otala sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Otala has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Otala has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 18°F range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 71°F and an average of 77°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Otala is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,357 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 113 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 210 mm of rainfall. November and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 45 mm. That's 165 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.Otala is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 53.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.4 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 8.3 in of rainfall. November and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.8 in. That's 6.5 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
Otala 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 February, averaging 6km/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 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Otala 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.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Otala is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 45 mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Otala is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 77°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.8 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 89°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Otala 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 Otala 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.