The climate of Bolands
Geographically nestled in
Antigua and Barbuda is the town of
Bolands, with climate conditions squarely characterized as Af according to the Köppen climate classification. This delineates it as a locality with a tropical rainforest climate. The town's temperature runs a relatively tight range throughout the year, going from a yearly low average of 25°C (77°F) to a high average of 28.5°C (83.3°F). This shows the consistent tropical conditions that the town experiences. The low variation between the minimum and maximum suggests that there are no distinct seasons in Bolands.
Bolands boasts a high average daylight duration, fluctuating from 11.2 hours in
January to 13.1 hours in
June. The town also has substantial sunshine hours that goes from a low of 6.5 hours in
November and
December to a high of 10.3 hours from
April to
September. Despite the fluctuations, these serve as a testament to the town’s tropical attributes.
Unique to Bolands are its rainfall parameters. Proclaimed as a tropical rainforest area, there is substantial rainfall throughout the year. The year peaks at 100mm (3.94") rainfall in
October but dips to a low at 23mm (0.91") in
February. The trend in rainfall remains relatively consistent throughout, with only slight variations especially during the late summer months to the end of Fall. Along with rainfall, humidity stays constant at 75% to 78%. This indicates high moisture content in the atmosphere, which is common for tropical rainforest climates.
The best time to visit Bolands
Given the stable temperature range, the factor that might best determine the ideal time to visit would be the rainfall patterns.
February emerges as the optimal time, seeing the least rainfall, approximately 23mm (0.91"). This month also boasts relatively long sunlight hours at 11.6 hours, with 8.9 hours of these hours filled with sunshine, providing ample time during the day for visitors to explore this tropical oasis.
The worst time to visit Bolands
In line with the weather conditions,
October may be deemed as the least favourable time to visit
Bolands. In this month, there is the highest recorded average rainfall at 100mm (3.94"), signifying the peak of the rainy season. This reduces the number of sunshine hours to 7.2, which might deter outdoor activities for visitors.
Spring weather in Bolands
Given the absence of distinct seasons, the concept of spring might not apply strictly in
Bolands. Despite this, in the months of
March to
May, which are usually denoted as spring months, changes in climatic conditions are minimal. The average low temperature is 25.9°C (78.6°F) and the average high reaches 26.8°C (80.2°F). The spring period also ushers in additional rainfall with May receiving 65mm (2.56"), compared to the 24mm (0.94") from March.
Summer weather in Bolands
Condensed into
June to
August, the summer months note a noticeable increase in temperature. Average high temperatures peak at 28.4°C (83.1°F) and well into the 27°C (80.6°F) range for the low averages. The daylight duration also peaks at 13 hours in June. However, the moniker of tropical rainforests holds true, as there is a significant spike in rainfall. It consistently receives above 70mm (2.76"), with August receiving the highest number of rainfall days at 24.8.
Autumn weather in Bolands
Moving between
September to
November, the climatic conditions are mixed. The high temperature averages fall marginally to 28.4°C (83.1°F), while the low temperature averages remain stable at 27.2°C (81°F). Rainfall does peak in
October at 100mm (3.94"), but declines to 96mm (3.78") by November.
Winter weather in Bolands
The concluding months from
December to
February carry lower average temperatures with a high of 26.3°C (79.3°F) and a low of 25.9°C (78.6°F). Rainfall quantities face a marked reduction, plummeting to 56mm (2.2") by December and maintaining a low of 23mm (0.91") in February. Despite the temperature cooling, the daylight hours dwindle from 11.3 hours month of December down to 11.1 hours in the peak of winter, February.
Weather in January
Referring to the climate data,
January ushers in
Bolands with temperatures varying from 25.5°C (77.9°F) to 26.1°C (79°F); notably, wind speeds peak to a high of 27.5km/h (17.1mph). Although the month lays out a blend of sunshine and warm days, it also contains humid conditions, causing the possibility of a rain shower.
Weather in January »Weather in February
As
Bolands transitions from
January to
February, a slight drop in temperature brings cooler mornings and evenings in the region. The temperatures dip slightly from last month, culminating with wind speeds also recording a slight decrease.
Weather in February »Weather in March
March in
Bolands demonstrates slight shifts in weather patterns as compared to
February. The trends show a mild decrease in the temperature, though the sunlight persists in maintaining the warm environs. Among the changes is also a minor increase in rainfall, yet it fails to place a damper on outdoor enthusiasts.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
As
Bolands dances from
March into
April, there are several noticeable changes in the atmosphere. The tropical climate emerges with full vigor, though temperatures only rise slightly to a warm 26.3°C (79.3°F) along with the increase in humidity and a jump to 37mm (1.46") in total rainfall.
Weather in April »Weather in May
In
Bolands,
May signifies the beginning of warmer temperatures and higher rainfall. While it marks the advent of summer, the noticeable shift in weather patterns does not disturb the paradisiacal beauty that defines Bolands. The wind still offers an occasional breeze, mitigating the humidity and complementing the warmth.
Weather in May »Weather in June
June ushers in the peak of summer season in
Bolands with temperatures and humidity rising compared to
May. A hallmark condition of this month is the relative stability in weather elements except for a surge to 57mm (2.24") in rainfall.
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Weather in July
As
Bolands transitions into
July, weather patterns remain consistent with
June. Despite the temperature only going up a notch, with peak wind gust reaching 37.8km/h (23.5mph), the tropical climate manifests with full intensity. Although this period registers the highest rainfall point, it does not dampen the sunshine that still adorns the days.
Weather in July »Weather in August
In
Bolands,
August continues the summer trend, maintaining similar weather patterns to
July. The standout figure for this month is a significant rise in rainfall, which reaches a yearly high of 91mm (3.58"). However, the additional rain nurtures the local environment, intensifying the greenery and making the landscape more alive.
Weather in August »Weather in September
September in
Bolands brings a gentle change, as temperatures start to cool, creating more comfortable climatic conditions. A subtle shift in wind patterns sees a decrease in speed, resulting in more calm and serene environments.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
Moving from
September to
October,
Bolands witnesses a slight change in the atmospheric behavior. The month experiences the most rainfall at 100mm (3.94"), while maintaining consistent temperatures, which further enhances the lush vegetation.
Weather in October »Weather in November
As
Bolands steps into
November, the weather shows signs of transition, with temperatures beginning to drop. A moderate shift is observed in the rainfall rate, as it begins a decline from its peak in the previous month. The refreshing winds, coupled with slightly cooler temperatures, create a soothing atmosphere.
Weather in November »Weather in December
December in
Bolands brings a close to the year with cooler temperatures and less rainfall than the preceding months. The climate data shows wind speeds returning to the higher end of the spectrum, reaching 26.2km/h (16.3mph). Despite the reduction in temperature, the sunlight ensures warm and pleasant days.
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