Climate Insights for Alum
Nsork, Wele-Nzas, Equatorial Guinea
Climate Overview
The climate in Alum is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1,780 mm of precipitation falls per year. Alum receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alum sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Alum is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 70.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Alum receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alum sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Alum has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Alum has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 18°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 88°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 70°F and an average of 75°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Alum is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,780 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 148 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 274 mm of rainfall. November and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 61 mm. That's 214 mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Alum is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 70.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.8 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 10.8 in of rainfall. November and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2.4 in. That's 8.4 in less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Alum is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 November, 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.Alum is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Alum is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 74 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°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 Alum is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.9 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 88°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 Alum 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 Alum 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.