Climate Insights for Sofidou
Kissidougou Prefecture, Faranah Region, Guinea
Climate Overview
The climate in Sofidou is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 2,083 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 423 mm of rainfall. Sofidou sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Sofidou is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 82 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 16.7 in of rainfall. Sofidou sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Sofidou sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 35°C. February is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 35°C and an average of 28°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 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Sofidou sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 66°F to 95°F. February is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 95°F and an average of 82°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 66°F and an average of 79°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Sofidou is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,083 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 174 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 423 mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 3 mm. That's 421 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.Sofidou is a very wet location, receiving approximately 82 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.9 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 16.7 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 16.6 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
Sofidou 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 August, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Sofidou is relatively calm, 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 5mph, 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 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Sofidou 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 47 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 35°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 Sofidou 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 1.9 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 95°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 66°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 Sofidou 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 Sofidou 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.