Climate Insights for Barwen
Zorzor, Lofa County, Liberia
Climate Overview
The climate in Barwen is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 2,212 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 423 mm of rainfall. Barwen sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Barwen is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 76°F and approximately 87.1 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 16.7 in of rainfall. Barwen sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Barwen sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°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 18°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Barwen sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 65°F to 94°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 94°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 65°F and an average of 77°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Barwen is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,212 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 184 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 9 mm. That's 415 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.Barwen is a very wet location, receiving approximately 87.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.2 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 0.4 in. That's 16.3 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
Barwen 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.Barwen 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 2mph, 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 Barwen is during January and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 13 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 34°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Barwen is during January and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.5 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 94°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Barwen 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 Barwen 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.