Climate Insights for Sinkoté
Lola Prefecture, Nzérékoré Region, Guinea
Climate Overview
The climate in Sinkoté is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1,526 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 292 mm of rainfall. Sinkoté sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Sinkoté is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 60.1 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 11.5 in of rainfall. Sinkoté sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Sinkoté sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 34°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 26°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Sinkoté sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 67°F to 94°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 94°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 67°F and an average of 78°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Sinkoté is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,526 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 127 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 292 mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 9 mm. That's 283 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.Sinkoté is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 60.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 11.5 in of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.4 in. That's 11.1 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
Sinkoté is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Sinkoté is mildly breezy, 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 August, averaging 6mph, 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 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Sinkoté is during November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 42 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 34°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 19°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Sinkoté is during November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 77°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.7 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 94°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 67°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 Sinkoté 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 Sinkoté 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.