The climate of Croix-des-Bouquets
Croix-des-Bouquets, found in
Haiti, experiences a Köppen climate classification known as 'Aw'. This label corresponds to a tropical wet and dry climate, otherwise known as a savanna climate. Geographically positioned in the tropics, this area witnesses pronounced temperature variations throughout the year and noticeable differences in precipitation patterns as well.
In terms of temperature, this area sees minimal variation between months, with average high temperatures ranging from 27.6°C (81.7°F) to 30.9°C (87.6°F) and lows oscillating from 18.2°C (64.8°F) to 21.3°C (70.3°F). Humidity remains in 70-80% range throughout the year. The amount of rainfall sees a sharp increase from
February to
May, with the highest precipitation, 141mm (5.55"), registered in May. This trend decreases post-May and increases again around
September.
Observing daylight hours, there's a gradual increase from
January, peaking at 13.2 hours in
June, and then gradually decreasing toward the end of the year. In terms of wind speed, it varies between 6.5km/h (4mph) to 9.2km/h (5.7mph), with the highest average wind speed, 9.2km/h (5.7mph), registered in June and gusting up to 13.7km/h (8.5mph). Despite its tropical location, Croix-des-Bouquets does not see extremely high UV indices; the index varies between 6 and 7 throughout the year.
The best time to visit Croix-des-Bouquets
Taking into account the prevailing weather conditions, the best time to visit
Croix-des-Bouquets is during the months of
January and
February. During these months, there’s a high quantity of sunshine hours, lower relative humidity, lesser rainfall, and warmer daytime temperatures with lower nighttime temperatures, making sightseeing and other outdoor activities pleasant.
The worst time to visit Croix-des-Bouquets
September and
October constitute the challenging period for travellers due to increased rainfall, reaching up to 135mm (5.31") and 114mm (4.49") respectively. In addition, these months experience increased relative humidity and reduced sunshine hours which might prove a deterrent to outdoor activities.
Spring weather in Croix-des-Bouquets
Spring in
Croix-des-Bouquets extends from
March to
May. The weather during this season features temperatures fluctuating between 19°C (66.2°F) to 29.1°C (84.4°F). Rainfall goes up during this period, with May witnessing the highest precipitation of 141mm (5.55") for the year. In terms of daylight, it increases gradually up to 13 hours in May which leads to more sunshine hours as well.
Summer weather in Croix-des-Bouquets
Summer in
Croix-des-Bouquets, spanning from
June to
August, commands the highest temperatures of the year, reaching up to 30.9°C (87.6°F). Rainfall sees a decrease compared to Spring, and dolphins reach up to 89mm (3.5") in
July, which also sees the highest humidity at 74%. Despite being summer, UV index does not rise above 7.
Autumn weather in Croix-des-Bouquets
Autumn in
Croix-des-Bouquets, extending from
September to
November, displays a noticeable increase in rainfall, peaking at 135mm (5.31") in September. The average high temperatures hover between 28.2°C (82.8°F) to 29.8°C (85.6°F) during this season. The weather also lacks in sunshine hours during these months.
Winter weather in Croix-des-Bouquets
Winter months of
December to
February in
Croix-des-Bouquets have lower rainfall ranging from 12mm (0.47") to 19mm (0.75"), relatively high average sunshine, and cooler nights ranging between 18.2°C (64.8°F) to 18.8°C (65.8°F). As such, the weather during these months is quite hospitable compared to the other seasons.
Weather in January
Weather in February
February carries forward the trends from
January in
Croix-des-Bouquets, with a slight increase in temperature baseline and rainfall amounting to 18mm (0.71") spread across 10.5 days. The city experiences marginally less wind speeds, down to 7.4km/h (4.6mph) from January’s 7.9km/h (4.9mph).
Weather in February » Weather in March
Transitioning into
March,
Croix-des-Bouquets boasts larger contrast when compared to
February. The striking characteristic of the month is the significant increase in rainfall, taking a leap from February's 18mm (0.71") to 52mm (2.05") occurring over 19.9 days.
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Weather in April
April rolls around in
Croix-des-Bouquets,
Haiti with an established rhythm from the preceding month. The anticipation for rainfall continues, marking an increase from 52mm (2.05") in
March to 76mm (2.99") in April, now spanning for 24.4 days.
Weather in April » Weather in May
May stands as a significant month in
Croix-des-Bouquets, highlighted by the highest recorded precipitation of 141mm (5.55") spanning over 24.3 days. Simultaneously, this month also offers the most extended daylight periods, which saturates into a soothing summer solstice.
Weather in May » Weather in June
June in
Croix-des-Bouquets presents a tapering of the dripping rainfall, from
May's pinnacle of 141mm (5.55") down to a significant yet manageable 74mm (2.91") over 19 days. Contrarily, a generous spike is noticed in the city’s wind speed to 9.2km/h (5.7mph), which is one of the most pronounced of the year.
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Weather in July
With the departure of
June,
July sets into
Croix-des-Bouquets. This month knits itself into the heart of the tropical nature of the city. A notable climb in the temperature registers the highest average, peaking at 30.8°C (87.4°F).
Weather in July »Weather in August
August subtly ushers in seasonally longer days and balanced weather conditions in
Croix-des-Bouquets. This month makes history by maintaining the highest minimum temperature of 21.3°C (70.3°F), mirroring the topmost temperature in
July.
Weather in August » Weather in September
An ambiance of mild change wafts through
Croix-des-Bouquets in
September, nudged by graduating wind speeds of 6.5km/h (4mph). The city brims with the most voluminous rainfall of 135mm (5.31") that spreads throughout 22.4 days.
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Weather in October
October grips
Croix-des-Bouquets with a soothing decline in rainfall from
September's 135mm (5.31") to October's 114mm (4.49") across 24.4 days. The fall of temperature is noticeable and gentle, working its magic in the veil of shorter days and the softening intensity of sunlight.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November in
Croix-des-Bouquets is subtly coloured by diminution in precipitation with 63mm (2.48") scattered along 19.6 days. The city settles into a more peaceful rhythm, with many of its weather parameters remaining much the same.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December in
Croix-des-Bouquets marks the year’s end with a significant drop in rainfall, registering at just 19mm (0.75") spread over 10.5 days. The temperature minorly fluctuates, all while making space for the closing in of winter.
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