Climate Insights for Zwedru
Tchien, Grand Gedeh County, Liberia
Climate Overview
The climate in Zwedru is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,694 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 284 mm of rainfall. Zwedru sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Zwedru is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 66.7 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 11.2 in of rainfall. Zwedru sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Zwedru 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 8°C between highs and lows.Zwedru sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 71°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 71°F and an average of 78°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Zwedru is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,694 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 141 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 284 mm of rainfall. June and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 30 mm. That's 254 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.Zwedru is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 66.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.6 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 11.2 in of rainfall. June and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1.2 in. That's 10 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
Zwedru 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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Zwedru 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 6mph, 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 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Zwedru 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 Zwedru 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.