Climate Insights for Tawafia
Gbarma, Gbarpolu County, Liberia
Climate Overview
The climate in Tawafia is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 2,803 mm of precipitation falls per year. Tawafia receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tawafia sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Tawafia is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 110.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Tawafia receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tawafia sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Tawafia 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.Tawafia sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 72°F to 92°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 92°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
Tawafia is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,803 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 234 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 525 mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 40 mm. That's 485 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.Tawafia is a very wet location, receiving approximately 110.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9.2 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 20.7 in of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1.6 in. That's 19.1 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
Tawafia 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.Tawafia 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.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Tawafia 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 Tawafia 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.