Climate Insights for Bekela
Golakonneh, Grand Cape Mount County, Liberia
Climate Overview
The climate in Bekela is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 3,466 mm of precipitation falls per year. Bekela receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bekela sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Bekela is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 136.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Bekela receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bekela sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Bekela sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 22°C to 33°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.Bekela sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 72°F to 91°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 91°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 72°F and an average of 79°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Bekela is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,466 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 289 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 620 mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 54 mm. That's 566 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.Bekela is a very wet location, receiving approximately 136.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 11.4 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 24.4 in of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2.1 in. That's 22.3 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
Bekela 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.Bekela 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.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bekela 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 Bekela 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.