The climate of Niamtougou
Niamtougou, situated in
Togo, is characterized by an Aw or Tropical wet and dry climate according to the Köppen climate classification. This specific climate type is marked by high temperatures throughout the year and dramatic variations in rainfall. The town experiences varying degrees of heat, with high temperatures peaking at 39.2°C (102.6°F) in
March and hitting a low of 28.9°C (84°F) in the cooler
August. Conversely, the lower limit of temperatures transitions from 19.2°C (66.6°F) in
January to 25.8°C (78.4°F) in
April.
Rainfall takes a distinctive turn with two distinct periods: a dry season and a wet season. Throughout the dry spell extending from
November to
February, monthly rainfall measures 3mm (0.12") in February and 0mm (0") in both November and
December. The rainy season traditionally lasts from March to
October, during which monthly rainfalls fluctuate from 24mm (0.94") in March to an extraordinary 142mm (5.59") in August. The months with the most rainy days are
July and August having 25.7 and 28.1 days respectively, while November and December have hardly 0.3 and 0.1 days of rains.
Expressions of relative humidity respond to this duel rain pattern, maintaining a low of 18% in January and escalating to 84% in August. Additionally, Niamtougou enjoys extended hours of sunlight, with daylight periods stretching from 11.6 hours in January to 12.7 hours in
June. Regardless of the sunshine duration, the uv_index remains rather constant throughout the year, at a level of 6 from July to
September and 7 during the rest of the months.
The best time to visit Niamtougou
Thriving under an Aw climatic classification,
Niamtougou asserts itself as an all-year-round destination; however, the
January,
February and
December, during the dry season, outshine the rest of the turbulent months with their lower levels of rainfall, captivating blue skies and more relaxed humidity levels. The average peak temperatures during this period remain within 36.8°C (98.2°F) and 36.1°C (97°F) and the lower temperature limits range from 19.2°C (66.6°F) to 20.5°C (68.9°F), with less hazard for thermal discomfort. Higher visibility of 10km (6.2mi) during these months also offers better conditions for sightseeing.
The worst time to visit Niamtougou
The more challenging period, as it pertains to weather conditions, includes the months of
July through
September which are dominated by more rainfall, greater cloud cover and reduced visibility. July and
August record very high rainfall, 116mm (4.57") and 142mm (5.59") respectively, along with the highest relative humidity of 78% and 84%. Lowered visibility down to 8km (5mi) and increased cloud cover, clocking the highest 45% and 53% respectively, might dampen the pleasure of outdoor activities during these months.
Spring weather in Niamtougou
In
Niamtougou, the spring months, loosely identified as
March,
April and
May, present a shift from dry to rainfall season. High temperatures lie between 39.2°C (102.6°F) in March to 36.2°C (97.2°F) in May while low temperatures go from 24.3°C (75.7°F) to 25.2°C (77.4°F). The amount of rainfall increases from 24mm (0.94") in March to 67mm (2.64") in May with a concomitant rise in the number of rainy days from 7.1 to 16.2.
Summer weather in Niamtougou
This season, encompassing
June,
July and
August, emerges as the peak of the wet season. High temperatures take a downward trend from 33.3°C (91.9°F) in June to 28.9°C (84°F) in August. Corresponding low temperatures also dip from 23.4°C (74.1°F) to 21.9°C (71.4°F). Rainfall reaches the zenith with a staggering 142mm (5.59") spilling over in August after a steady climb from 68mm (2.68") in June and 116mm (4.57") in July.
Autumn weather in Niamtougou
The autumn months in
Niamtougou,
September,
October and
November, chart the transition from wet to dryer conditions with temperature and rainfall steadily tapering down. High temperatures ascend marginally from 30.2°C (86.4°F) in September to 36°C (96.8°F) in November while low temperatures move from 22.1°C (71.8°F) to 22.6°C (72.7°F). The return of the dry season becomes evident as rainfall nosedives from a substantial 108mm (4.25") in September to a marginal 1mm (0.04") by November.
Winter weather in Niamtougou
December introduces the start of the dry winter season where there's a complete absence of rain and a drop in humidity. High temperatures remain steady at 36.1°C (97°F) and low temperatures dip to 20.5°C (68.9°F). This weather phase is also characterized by increased hours of sunshine, reaching up to 8.2 hours in December with accompanying longer daylight hours of 11.6. The absence of cloud cover at 3% along with higher visibility at 10km (6.2mi) make this season ideal for outdoor activities.
Weather in January
Beginning the new year,
Niamtougou,
Togo, tends to experience relatively cooler temperatures with low humidity. The skies remain clear with very few clouds, providing ample sunlight during daytime. The relatively low wind speeds contribute to the calm weather.
Weather in January »Weather in February
Transitioning into
February, the weather in
Niamtougou,
Togo, begins to heat up slightly as compared to
January. The wind also picks up momentum contributing to a slight increase in temperature. With less cloudy days than January, February offers more sunshine, allowing locals and tourists to partake in outdoor activities.
Weather in February »Weather in March
March brings in higher temperatures and humidity in
Niamtougou,
Togo, revealing the advent of a warmer season. The month can expect an increase in cloud cover compared to
February though the visibility remains clear. The wind speed slows down as compared to February ensuring a gentle breeze.
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Weather in April
As warmer months set in,
April experiences a further spike in the average temperature and humidity levels in
Niamtougou,
Togo, as compared to
March. With relatively high wind speed and higher humidity, the month may feel more tropical.
Weather in April »Weather in May
May brings in notable changes in
Niamtougou,
Togo's weather pattern, with a reduction in temperature as compared to
April. Optimum visibility, despite the high percentage of cloud cover, allows for clear views of the picturesque locale.
Weather in May » Weather in June
June marks a transition period in
Niamtougou,
Togo, with a drop in average temperatures and sunlight hours from
May. Rising humidity levels indicate a moist and sultry atmosphere. Consistent with the previous month, June also witnesses a high percentage of cloud cover.
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Weather in July
July offers a break from the heat in
Niamtougou,
Togo, with temperatures dipping further compared to
June. This month registers the lowest daylight hours even though there is a high cloud percentage. The wind and gusts speeds maintain similar values to June, ensuring a stable breeze.
Weather in July » Weather in August
In
August,
Niamtougou experiences a further decline in both high and low temperatures compared to
July. Increased cloud cover marks the skies while the relative humidity reaches its peak. The wind speed and gusts experience a slight decline, reducing the intensity of the breeze.
Weather in August »Weather in September
September brings a moderate rise in temperature and a reduction in rainfall quantity and frequency in
Niamtougou,
Togo, compared to
August. Despite reduced rainfall, the humidity remains high due to the preceding heavy rainfall months.
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Weather in October
October marks the return of dry and warm weather conditions in
Niamtougou,
Togo. With a significant drop in rainfall, cloud cover also reduces resulting in more sunshine. An increase in both temperature and wind speed is observed compared to
September.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November offers a stark contrast to the preceding month in
Niamtougou,
Togo. A significant drop in rainfall to just 1mm (0.04") over 1.5 days marks the arrival of warmer and drier days. The clear skies indicate very few clouds with reinstated high visibility.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December wraps up the year with cooler and drier climatic conditions in
Niamtougou,
Togo. The visibility remains optimum with very low percentage of cloud cover. Correlating with
November, December also observes minimal rainfall of 0mm (0") showing complete absence of precipitation.
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