The climate of Rosalie
Rosalie is a village found in
Dominica, with a climatological identity that adheres to the Köppen climate classification of Af. This signifies it has prominent characteristics of a tropical rainforest climate. This classification coincides with consistently high temperatures paired with substantial rainfall throughout the year.
Throughout the entire year, temperatures in Rosalie maintain a quite steady range. The highest average temperatures are observed in
July,
August, and
September at 28.6°C (83.5°F) while the lowest average has a slight drop only to 26.5°C (79.7°F) in
January. These high temperatures persist throughout the year with minimal fluctuation signifying the tropical nature of this location. Regarding humidity, it mirrors the general pattern of temperatures, maintaining a similarly high, constant level throughout the year, with a range from 75% in January,
February, and
March, to 78% in July and August.
Precipitation in Rosalie is extremely significant. However, rainfall exhibits variances throughout the year. The maximum monthly average rainfall is observed in August at 78mm (3.07") with the month also recording the most rainy days at 20.2 days. The contrast lies with February, which records the lowest rainfall with an average of 20mm (0.79") spread over 15.7 days. The pattern of rainfall evidently demonstrates that while the tropical rainforest climate entails substantial rainfall, it also experiences considerable monthly variations.
The best time to visit Rosalie
Taking into account the climatological factors, the best time to visit
Rosalie for outdoor activities would lie in the span from
January to
March. The temperatures during these months lie at the lower end of the scale, at 26.5°C (79.7°F), 26.3°C (79.3°F), and 26.3°C (79.3°F) respectively, and are accompanied by relatively lower humidity at 75%. Additionally, these months also mark the period with the least amount of rainfall, rendering circumstances more predictable and travel-friendly.
The worst time to visit Rosalie
August stands out as potentially the least favorable month to visit
Rosalie, due to the climatic extremities. The monthly average temperature peaks at this time, rising up to 28.6°C (83.5°F), combined with the highest humidity level at 78%. Furthermore, August also tops the scales in terms of rainfall, averaging 78mm (3.07"), over the highest number of rainy days at 20.2. Visitors looking to avoid the height of the climatic intensity should consider scheduling their trips outside of this time.
Spring weather in Rosalie
Spring season in
Rosalie, considering
March to
May period, continues with the tropical climate's high temperatures. From 26.3°C (79.3°F) in March, the temperature creeps up to 27.5°C (81.5°F) by May. Humidity also rises from 75% in March to 77% in May. Rainfall however, undergoes a stark rise; beginning with 22mm (0.87") average over 15.6 rainy days in March, it escalates to 46mm (1.81") spread over 20.3 days by May.
Summer weather in Rosalie
Summer in Rosalie, extending from
June to
August, sees the culmination of the tropical climate with temperatures reaching their peak. The average temperature stabilizes around 28.1°C (82.6°F) in June and
July, eventually escalating to 28.6°C (83.5°F) in August. Humidity remains comparable, persisting at 77% in June and July, to 78% in August. Rainfall is substantial during these months, peaking at 78mm (3.07") in August, spread over the most number of rainy days recorded in the year, at 20.2.
Autumn weather in Rosalie
For
Rosalie, the autumn months of
September to
November, maintain the tropical character of high temperatures and substantial rainfall. The average monthly temperature of 28.6°C (83.5°F) experienced in September drops slightly to 27.8°C (82°F) by November. The trend reflects in the humidity as well, decrease from 76% in September to 77% November. Rainfall reduces quite drastically from September’s recorded 70mm (2.76") over 19.7 rainy days to 67mm (2.64") dispersed in 19.5 days in November.
Winter weather in Rosalie
The winter season,
December to
February, sees the transition to relatively cooler temperatures. From 27°C (80.6°F) in December, the monthly average temperature drops to its lowest, at 26.3°C (79.3°F), in February. Humidity witnesses a slight drop to 75% as well. The season also hosts the period with the least rainfall, with 38mm (1.5") recorded in December, reducing further to 20mm (0.79") in February, over a duration of 15.7 rainy days, the lowest in the year.
Weather in January
Transitioning from the cool
December,
January in
Rosalie,
Dominica sees a slight uptick in temperature. Notably, the average high temperature reaches up to 26.5°C (79.7°F) and the low averages at 24.6°C (76.3°F). The onset of the year thus witnesses relatively warm yet pleasant weather, perfect for outdoor activities.
Weather in January »Weather in February
The weather pattern generally remains stable from
January to
February.
Rosalie,
Dominica maintains a similar temperature range, with minimal changes noticeable. However, the onset of February brings subtle alterations in the cloud coverage, with a decrease in the percentage.
Weather in February »Weather in March
As
Rosalie,
Dominica transitions into the month of
March, the weather remains largely consistent with
February. However, it is important to mark an increase in rainfall from 20mm (0.79") to 22mm (0.87") compared to the previous month.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
Come
April, the weather in
Rosalie,
Dominica goes through noticeable changes. The warming trend accentuates, with temperatures witnessing a perceptible rise. The average rainfall jumps significantly from 22mm (0.87") in
March to 42mm (1.65") in April, hinting at the onset of the rainy season.
Weather in April »Weather in May
May carries forward the warming trend from
April, with
Rosalie,
Dominica experiencing a significant rise in temperatures. The most striking feature of May weather lies in its rainfall, which peaks to 46mm (1.81"). The increased rainfall coincides with higher humidity levels, bringing forth a tropical atmosphere.
Weather in May » Weather in June
As the year progresses to halfway,
June in
Rosalie,
Dominica brings a subtle shift in the weather conditions. The temperature highs continue to climb, touching their mid-year peak. A significant feature to note is the decrease in rainfall to 34mm (1.34") from 46mm (1.81") in
May.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
The weather in
July in
Rosalie,
Dominica slightly deviates from
June primarily in terms of rainfall and wind behavior. Interestingly, the average rainfall increases significantly to 58mm (2.28") in July from 34mm (1.34") in June. Paired with these conditions, the slight increase in wind speed brings much-needed freshness to the atmosphere.
Weather in July »Weather in August
Come
August, the weather in
Rosalie,
Dominica experiences interesting changes. The most prominent among these is the rain, which records a peak at 78mm (3.07"). Despite the high rainfall, daylight hours remain ample enough to appreciate the beauty of the locale.
Weather in August »Weather in September
September marks a subtle shift in the weather pattern in
Rosalie,
Dominica. After the rainfall peak in
August, there is a negligible pullback to 70mm (2.76") in September. Correspondingly, the wind speeds drop, making the atmosphere more tranquil.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
As the year edges closer to its end,
October in
Rosalie,
Dominica brings certain noticeable weather changes. The rainfall continues at a high, averaging at 67mm (2.64"), similar to that in
September. However, sunshine days see a noticeable drop, reflecting the onset of the cooler season.
Weather in October »Weather in November
November in
Rosalie,
Dominica continues the cooling trend initiated in
October. A noteworthy feature of November weather remains its consistently high rainfall. The slightly lower temperature averages, teamed with higher rainfall, create a perfectly pleasant tropical atmosphere.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December, the final month, brings cooler and gentler weather to
Rosalie,
Dominica. The average temperature experiences a significant drop from
November, resulting in a more pleasant atmosphere. There is a noticeable drop in rainfall from 67mm (2.64") in November to 38mm (1.5") in December.
Weather in December »