Climate Insights for Akpochi
Climate Overview
The climate in Akpochi is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1,565 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 296 mm of rainfall. Akpochi sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Akpochi is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 61.6 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 11.7 in of rainfall. Akpochi sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Akpochi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 22°C to 36°C. February is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 30°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 28°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Akpochi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 71°F to 98°F. February is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 98°F and an average of 85°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 71°F and an average of 82°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Akpochi is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,565 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 130 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 296 mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 3 mm. That's 293 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.Akpochi is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 61.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.1 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 11.7 in of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0.1 in. That's 11.5 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
Akpochi 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 April, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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.Akpochi is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Akpochi 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 Akpochi 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.