Climate Insights for Shendam
Climate Overview
The climate in Shendam is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 670 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 193 mm of rainfall. Shendam sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Shendam is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 26.4 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 7.6 in of rainfall. Shendam sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Shendam sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 38°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 38°C and an average of 31°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 26°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Shendam sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 66°F to 100°F. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 100°F and an average of 87°F. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 66°F and an average of 78°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Shendam is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 670 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 56 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 193 mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0 mm. That's 193 mm less than August, 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.Shendam is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 26.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.2 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 7.6 in of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0 in. That's 7.6 in less than August, 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
Shendam is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 6km/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.Shendam 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 January, averaging 7mph, 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 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Shendam 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 Shendam 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.