Climate Insights for Sokoura
Faranah Prefecture, Faranah Region, Guinea
Climate Overview
The climate in Sokoura is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 2,048 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 405 mm of rainfall. Sokoura sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Sokoura is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 80.6 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 15.9 in of rainfall. Sokoura sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Sokoura sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 35°C. March 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 18°C and an average of 26°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Sokoura sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 65°F to 95°F. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 95°F and an average of 83°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 65°F and an average of 78°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Sokoura is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,048 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 171 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 405 mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 3 mm. That's 402 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.Sokoura is a very wet location, receiving approximately 80.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.7 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 15.9 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 15.8 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
Sokoura 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 8km/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 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Sokoura 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 Sokoura 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 41 mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 35°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 18°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Sokoura 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 1.6 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 95°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 65°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 Sokoura 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 Sokoura 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.