The climate of Harbel
Harbel bears witness to an Am climate type according to the Köppen climate classification. This signifies a Tropical monsoon experience which is definitive of not just the locale but also its geographical bearing within
Liberia, an expanse characterized by predominance of heavy rainfall, especially during the rainy season.
Temperatures throughout the year in Harbel maintain a certain constancy, with high temperatures wavering around 27.8°C (82°F) to 29.9°C (85.8°F), and low temperatures barely demonstrating any significant fluctuation, staying approximately 24.1°C (75.4°F) to 26.2°C (79.2°F). It provides a pretty steady ambient heating environment, barring slight variances.
Relative humidity stands at an average of 76% to 86% over the 12-month cycle, portraying the classic moist and heavy atmosphere integral to the tropical monsoon climate. There is a mild escalation in the humidity from 76% in
January up to 86% by
September.
Precipitation levels are rather recognizable, oscillating from a low of 31mm (1.22") in January to an extremely wet condition with high rainfall at 308mm (12.13") in
June. The number of rainfall days also correlate to these rainfall measurements, starting at 14.8 days in January, escalating to a significant high at 30.3 days in
October.
Wind speed experiences a slightly upward surge moving throughout the various months, starting at around 9.8km/h (6.1mph) in January to up around 14.8km/h (9.2mph) by
August. The visibility remains uniformly good at 10km (6.2mi) for most of the year, barring a slight decrement to 9km (5.6mi) between June to October.
The best time to visit Harbel
Considering the critical weather parameters, the best time to visit
Harbel corresponds to the period of lower rainfall and milder temperatures. This ideal duration for tourism extends from
November to
February. During this period, rainfall subsides significantly to make way for sunlit skies with an ample 11.8 to 11.9 hours of daylight per day. Temperatures, while relatively stable throughout the year, hover around the lower end of their annual scale, around 26°C (78.8°F) to 27°C (80.6°F).
The worst time to visit Harbel
Given the comfortable temperatures throughout the year, the higher amounts of rainfall render certain months less pleasant for visitors. Particularly between the months of
June and
October,
Harbel receives a high volume of rain - around 308mm (12.13") to 261mm (10.28") - which coincides with increased cloud coverage of 60%-76%. Winds also peak during these months, intensifying to a high reaching up to 14.8km/h (9.2mph) in
August. This period of heavy rainfall and increased wind speed is not the most ideal for visitors seeking to explore the locale.
Spring weather in Harbel
Harbel does not distinctly experience the Spring season according to conventional divisions of climate. However, for referencing purposes, the period from
March to
May is analyzed. Average high temperatures during this period are fairly consistent, ranging from 29.3°C (84.7°F) to 29.7°C (85.5°F). Meanwhile, humidity gradually increases from 80% in March to hit 81% by May. Rainfall experiences a measurable increase from
April onwards, reaching its first high at 164mm (6.46") in May coupled with an average of 28.5 rainy days.
Summer weather in Harbel
The period from
June to
August can be approximated as
Harbel's summer season. During these months, high temperatures drop slightly, falling within a 26.2°C (79.2°F) to 27.8°C (82°F) range. At the same time, the amount of rainfall reaches its highest levels, peaking at 308mm (12.13") in June before it starts to slacken to 261mm (10.28") by August. The total number of rainfall days during these months hovers around 28 to 29 days.
Autumn weather in Harbel
For a general approximation, the months of
September to
November are considered the autumnal phase in
Harbel. Temperatures during these months escalate from 26.8°C (80.2°F) in September to 28.7°C (83.7°F) by November. Rainfall begins to decrease in this phase, settling at 161mm (6.34") in November with around 28.5 rainy days.
Winter weather in Harbel
The months of
December to
February constitute the winter phase in
Harbel's climate context. During this period, high temperatures marginally fluctuate, standing at roughly 29.5°C (85.1°F) to 29.9°C (85.8°F). Rainfall is at its lowest during these months, decreasing from 59mm (2.32") in December to the annual lowest value of 31mm (1.22") in February. Correspondingly, the number of rainfall days lowers to approximately 14.8 to 19.2 days.
Weather in January
January in
Harbel,
Liberia, greets residents and visitors with a balance of rain and sunshine. This month sees comfortable weather with a mild increase in the low temperature from 25.2°C (77.4°F) to 25.7°C (78.3°F). Humidity hovers at around 76%, providing a moist environment.
Weather in January » Weather in February
As
Harbel,
Liberia, transitions from
January to
February, the climate maintains an inviting warmth with nominal fluctuations. Noticeably, the month witnesses a slight rise in rainfall from a total of 31mm (1.22") in January to 38mm (1.5") in February.
Weather in February »Weather in March
Harbel,
Liberia, welcomes the advent of
March with climatic conditions that continue the trend from
February with a distinctive increase in rainfall. This event illustrated by an average precipitation increase from 38mm (1.5") in February to 69mm (2.72") in March, indicating the onset of the rainy season.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
In
Harbel,
Liberia,
April's weather pattern is marked by escalating rainfall, signifying a more profound immersion into the rainy season. The progression of climatic conditions displays a leap in the average rainfall from 69mm (2.72") in
March to 72mm (2.83") in April.
Weather in April »Weather in May
May's weather in
Harbel,
Liberia, celebrates the peak of the rainy season, with rainfall expanding significantly, a clear contrast to the preceding
April. The dramatic change is underlined by the surge in rainfall, going from 72mm (2.83") in April to a massive 164mm (6.46") in May.
Weather in May » Weather in June
The city of
Harbel,
Liberia, in
June, carries forward the prevailing weather pattern from
May, characterized by abundant rainfall and moderate temperatures. June takes the mantle from May, showing a surge in rainfall from 164mm (6.46") to a phenomenal 308mm (12.13").
Weather in June »
Weather in July
July's weather in
Harbel,
Liberia, marks a slight receding of the intense rains, as the city moves past the pinnacle of the rainy season. This transition sees a significant drop in rainfall, descending from
June's high of 308mm (12.13") to 237mm (9.33").
Weather in July » Weather in August
As
Harbel,
Liberia, steps into
August, there is a clear continuation of the trend established in
July with an indentation in precipitation patterns. Notably, the rainfall index drops slightly from 237mm (9.33") in July to 261mm (10.28") in August, reflecting a controlled pace.
Weather in August »Weather in September
In
Harbel,
Liberia,
September receives the fading patterns of rainfall, echoing the overall climate transition from
August. This shift is observable in the reduced rainfall, from 261mm (10.28") in August to a lesser 265mm (10.43") in September.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
October's weather in
Harbel,
Liberia, symbolizes a significant turn from the fading rains of
September, opening up to longer hours of sunlight and temperature stability. This conspicuous transition shows in the decreased rainfall, sliding down from 265mm (10.43") in September to 238mm (9.37") in October.
Weather in October » Weather in November
Harbel,
Liberia, experiences
November's weather as a definitive segue into the dry season, aligning with the trends established by
October. The area witnesses drastic rainfall cuts, reducing it from 238mm (9.37") in October down to 161mm (6.34").
Weather in November » Weather in December
The weather in
December in
Harbel,
Liberia, punctuates the end of the year with predominant dry aspects while consolidating the patterns seen in
November. This climatic culmination reveals a considerable decline in rainfall, showing a significant drop from November's 161mm (6.34") down to 59mm (2.32").
Weather in December »