Climate Insights for Baladougou
Kérouané Prefecture, Kankan Region, Guinea
Climate Overview
The climate in Baladougou is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,504 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 294 mm of rainfall. Baladougou sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Baladougou is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 59.2 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 11.6 in of rainfall. Baladougou sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Baladougou sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 36°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between January and February, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Baladougou sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 64°F to 97°F. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 97°F and an average of 85°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 64°F and an average of 78°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 21°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between January and February, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Baladougou is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,504 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 125 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 294 mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2 mm. That's 292 mm less than September, 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.Baladougou is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 59.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.9 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 11.6 in of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.1 in. That's 11.5 in less than September, 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
Baladougou is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 6km/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.Baladougou is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 4mph, 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 Baladougou 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 Baladougou 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.