The climate of Djambala
Djambala, settled in
Congo, experiences an Aw climate dominantly, also known as the Tropical wet and dry or savanna climate as classified under the Köppen climate classification. There's a significant difference in the amounts of rainfall during the dry and wet months, and relatively consistent temperatures throughout the year, a characteristic of the Tropical wet and dry climate.
Set into the rhythm of the savanna climate, Djambala experiences high temperatures varying narrowly from 26°C (78.8°F) to 28°C (82.4°F) throughout the year. More specifically, there's a meager deviation from the dominant degrees. This limited range in temperatures is consistent with a tropical locale like Djambala. Rainfall variations, on the other hand, can depict quite a different picture. The savanna climate has a distinctly drier winter compared to summer, and Djambala is no exception. In Djambala, rainfall ranges from 10mm (0.39") in the drier months to 249mm (9.8") in the wetter months.
Interestingly, the daylight duration varies subtly and averages from 12 hours to 12.3 hours throughout the year. Along with this, Djambala boasts an average sunshine duration ranging from 4 hours during the least sunny months to 6 hours, complementing its tropical location. And in terms of UV index, Djambala stays at a constant 10 to 12 range year-round, underscoring the area's strong sun exposure, typical of the tropics.
The best time to visit Djambala
The optimum time to visit
Djambala is during the drier months of
June to
August. This period records the lowest rainfall amounts of 10mm (0.39") to 38mm (1.5"), making outdoor activities more favourable without the hinderance of frequent rains. The temperature remains consistent between 26°C (78.8°F) and 27°C (80.6°F), with a low UV index of 10 and 11, making this period significantly friendlier for visitors sensitive to sun exposure.
The worst time to visit Djambala
Despite the consistent warm temperature, the pronounced rainy season from
February to
May and
November to
December makes travel to
Djambala less appealing. With an average rainfall varying from 175mm (6.89") to 249mm (9.8"), these periods might disrupt outdoor activities and travel plans. The persistent rainfall, combined with the strong sun exposure due to the UV index of 12, might make these months less desirable for some tourists.
Spring weather in Djambala
Spring in
Djambala comes with the advent of the wet season. From
March to
May, rainfall increases from 191mm (7.52") to 244mm (9.61"). Despite the rise in rainfall, the temperature remains almost unchanged, fluctuating between 27°C (80.6°F) and 28°C (82.4°F). Average daylight hours during this period remain consistent at 12.1 hours, with sunshine hours dropping slightly to 5 to 6 hours per day.
Summer weather in Djambala
Arriving in summer,
Djambala embraces a sharp decrease in rainfall, recording an average of 10mm (0.39") to 38mm (1.5") between
June and
August. The temperature remains consistent, ranging between 26°C (78.8°F) and 27°C (80.6°F). During this period, daylight hours and sunshine hours remain consistent at around 12 hours, with a slight drop in UV index to 10 and 11.
Autumn weather in Djambala
Autumn brings a second wave of rainfall to
Djambala, starting from 140mm (5.51") in
September and rising to 246mm (9.69") by
November. The temperatures remain consistent with averages of 27°C (80.6°F). The average daylight duration and sunshine hours oscillate around 12 hours and decrease from 5 to 4 hours respectively, towards the end of Autumn.
Winter weather in Djambala
Winter in
Djambala, spanning
December to
February, reveals a drop in rainfall from 249mm (9.8") to 175mm (6.89"). The average temperature remains at a consistent 27°C (80.6°F). With daylight duration manifesting a minor rise, and sunshine hours dropping to 4 hours a day, Djambala continues to welcome its visitors despite the slightly pronounced rainfall.
Weather in January
As the year unfolds,
January in
Djambala,
Congo, offers a warm and humid atmosphere. The rainfall pattern shows a surge from the previous month totalling 175mm (6.89"), evenly spread over 11 days. Beware of the high UV index, a hat or sunscreen might be handy.
Weather in January »Weather in February
February maintains
January's climate characteristics with a slight increase in rainfall measuring 191mm (7.52"). The temperature regulation is consistent, ensuring a relatively equal warmth distribution between days and nights.
Weather in February » Weather in March
Moving into
March, rainfall increases, reaching its peak of 241mm (9.49") over 15 days. The sunlight duration per day slightly decreases as the rain pattern interferes. Temperature high persistently stays around 28°C (82.4°F) with scarce variation.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
April demonstrates a similar weather pattern to
March, maintaining a high rainfall volume of 244mm (9.61"). With the persistent rain showers, daylight remains relatively unchanged. The decrease in recorded sunshine hours, however, alters the overall climate.
Weather in April » Weather in May
In contrast to the previous months,
May illustrates a marked drop in rainfall to 183mm (7.2") while maintaining consistent temperatures. Despite the lessened rainfall, the region upholds attractive weather characteristics from previous months.
Weather in May »Weather in June
Experiencing a dry spell,
June sees a significant decrease in both rainfall and number of rainy days, with total rain recorded at just 30mm (1.18") over three days. This reduced precipitation complements the light decrease in temperature established in
May.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
July in
Djambala maintains the dry, pleasant weather that began in
June, with the months ensuring minimum rainfall of only 10mm (0.39"). This reduction categorizes July as the driest period. Temperature lows slightly decrease as an indicator of the onset of a cooler season.
Weather in July » Weather in August
Although rainfall starts to pick up in
August, with total precipitation noted at 38mm (1.5"), it is still relatively low compared to the region's norms. Temperature averages present a slight drop extending the cooler season. Daylight hours remain constant, syncing with
Djambala's tropical climate.
Weather in August »Weather in September
September brings an end to the dryer season while rainfall gradually increases to 140mm (5.51"). Overcast days become more frequent. Increased rainfall does not significantly alter daylight and sun exposure. Furthermore, temperatures maintain a relatively consistent range.
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Weather in October
Rainforce dominates
October's climatic trend, with 150mm (5.91") of rainfall recorded over 15 days. Steady temperatures persist, keeping
Djambala's tranquil atmosphere intact. The reduced sunshine hours, however, may limit some outdoor activities.
Weather in October »Weather in November
November witnesses the highest rainfall of the year with a total of 246mm (9.69") spread over 18 days. Despite the reduced sunshine hours, daylight remains consistent. The high UV index from previous months prevails, highlighting the need for sun protection.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December weather shares striking similarities with
November, solidifying it as another wet month with 249mm (9.8") of precipitation. The frequency of rain can be expected to increase, lasting the majority of the month. Temperatures remain steady even as the year draws to a close.
Weather in December »