Climate Insights for Wuikunke
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Climate Overview
The climate in Wuikunke is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 3,071 mm of precipitation falls per year. Wuikunke receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Wuikunke is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 19°C.The climate in Wuikunke is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 120.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Wuikunke receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Wuikunke is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 66°F.
Temperature
Wuikunke has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.Wuikunke has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 18°F range. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 66°F and an average of 73°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Wuikunke is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,071 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 256 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 501 mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 65 mm. That's 437 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.Wuikunke is a very wet location, receiving approximately 120.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 10.1 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 19.7 in of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2.6 in. That's 17.2 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
Wuikunke is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 September, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 3km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.Wuikunke is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. 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 September, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 2mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Wuikunke is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 74 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Wuikunke is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 73°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.9 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 84°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Wuikunke 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 Wuikunke 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.