The climate of Allada
Classified under the Köppen climate system as an Aw climate,
Allada,
Benin, experiences a tropical wet and dry or savanna climate. The city's position in the tropics contributes to overall hot weather all year round, with temperatures displaying a slight variation from a high of 32.2°C (90°F) during
March, down to a cooler 27.4°C (81.3°F) in
August. Evening temperatures offer some relief, with lows ranging from 26.9°C (80.4°F) in
April down to 23.3°C (73.9°F) in August.
Throughout the year, humidity levels in Allada range close to the 80% mark. The most humid months are
July and August, with relative humidity levels peaking at 84%. By contrast, the driest months are
January and
December, where relative humidity levels are around 71% and 73%, respectively. The region also experiences significant rainfall, particularly from
May to August, reaching a peak in rainfall millimeters of 125mm (4.92") in
June and diminishing to a low of 16mm (0.63") in January and December.
Allada also experiences relatively long daylight hours ranging from 11.7 hours in December to 12.5 hours in June and July, alongside a typically good visibility of 10km (6.2mi) throughout the year. Another characteristic feature is the consistency in the sunshine hours, maintaining between 6.3 hours in July to 9.7 hours in January. As expected in a tropical region, snowfall is practically absent in Allada, with a negligible reading of 0.1 days in
September.
The best time to visit Allada
Visits to
Allada are most enjoyable in the early part of the year.
January's clear skies and warm 32.1°C (89.8°F) allow ample time for outdoor activities and sightseeing for most of the day, with the benefit of an average of 9.7 sunshine hours. Visitors can also enjoy relatively low rainfall and humidity during this month compared to the rest of the year, increasing their comfort during activities.
The worst time to visit Allada
Travelers may find the months from
May to
July particularly challenging in
Allada. During these months, temperatures, while relatively low for the region, are accompanied by the highest rainfall and humidity levels.
June, while having a slightly moderate temperature of 29.2°C (84.6°F), records the highest rainfall of 125mm (4.92"), potentially dampening tourism activities. Along with this, high humidity of 81% in May and 83% in June and July can lead to discomfort and fewer hours spent outdoors.
Spring weather in Allada
Unlike the temperate zones, the tropical climate of
Allada does not experience a traditional Spring. However, in the months of
February to
April, temperatures show a slight increment from 32.1°C (89.8°F) to 32.2°C (90°F) and then fall to 31.5°C (88.7°F). Likewise, nighttime temperatures slightly increase from 25.8°C (78.4°F) in February, peaking at 26.9°C (80.4°F) in April. The region enjoys a mostly clear day during these months, with average sunlight hours between 9.3 and 9.1, respectively.
Summer weather in Allada
The period from
May to
July is characterized by a drop in temperature, increased rainfall, and higher humidity levels. The temperature drops from 31.5°C (88.7°F) in May to reach its lowest at 27.4°C (81.3°F) in
August. Likewise, night temperatures drop from 26.3°C (79.3°F) to a low of 23.9°C (75°F). As the wettest period of the year,
June sees a peak of 125mm (4.92") rainfall, gradually decreasing to 41mm (1.61") by August.
Autumn weather in Allada
In the Autumn months between
September to
November in
Allada, temperatures begin to rise, reaching 30.8°C (87.4°F) by November. Night temperatures pick up from 23.9°C (75°F) in September to 25.5°C (77.9°F) in November. While rainfall decreases from 89mm (3.5") in September to 47mm (1.85") in November, the humidity lingers around the 80% mark.
Winter weather in Allada
Allada's tropical Winter, from
December to
January, is characterized by warmer temperatures, lower rainfall, and reduced humidity. Daytime temperatures peak at 32°C (89.6°F) in both December and January while nighttime temperatures remain relatively steady at 25°C (77°F). The region experiences a drop in rainfall, bottoming out at 16mm (0.63") in both December and January, with a relative humidity of 73% in December and 71% in January, marking the driest conditions of the year.
Weather in January
In
Allada,
Benin,
January is generally one of the drier months. It is preceded by
December and followed by
February, months that also share similar weather characteristics. The dryness is directly attributed to 16mm (0.63") of rainfall over approximately nine days.
Weather in January »Weather in February
February's weather in
Allada,
Benin, is somewhat similar to
January's. The temperatures remain fairly consistent, while the humidity rises slightly. Total rainfall goes up to 26mm (1.02"), yet it is still considered one of the drier months.
Weather in February » Weather in March
Moving into
March, warmer weather begins to take hold in
Allada,
Benin. The transition from
February to March brings an increase in rainfall to 30mm (1.18"), which continues to rise in subsequent months. As the weather gets warmer, cloud cover also increases marginally, reducing the number of sunshine hours slightly.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
The month of
April in
Allada,
Benin witnesses an upsurge in rainfall to 31mm (1.22"), indicating the arrival of the wetter season. A slight rise in humidity is also seen during the month. Although cloud cover increases, the quality of sunshine doesn't diminish significantly.
Weather in April »Weather in May
May ushers in the most substantial rainfall with an impressive 68mm (2.68"), doubling the previous month's volume. This is the wettest month leading to a peak in both relative humidity and cloud percentage. Even with increased cloud cover, daylight is abundant, albeit with less sunshine.
Weather in May » Weather in June
June carries forward the trend set by
May, with high levels of humidity and cloud cover in
Allada,
Benin. Despite slightly lesser rainfall at 125mm (4.92"), there are more rainy days in June. Even with the drop in rainfall, the amount is considerable, keeping conditions moist.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
July in
Allada,
Benin, experiences a further decrease in rainfall, amounting to only 110mm (4.33"). However, the month runs parallel to
June in terms of weather patterns like humidity and cloud coverage. Coinciding with the monsoon, the daily sunlight hours decrease slightly.
Weather in July » Weather in August
August continues the pattern of monsoon weather with significant rainfall amounting to 41mm (1.61"). Despite lower rainfall, the relative humidity and cloud percentage in
Allada,
Benin are at their peak. Despite less sunshine, daylight hours aren't significantly affected.
Weather in August » Weather in September
September brings an increase in rainfall, moving up to 89mm (3.5") compared to
August. The relative humidity remains high, accompanied by a small decrease in cloud cover. Despite the monsoon season coming to an end, the wind speeds continue to soar.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
October ushers in a shift in weather conditions in
Allada,
Benin. With 79mm (3.11") of rainfall, the fading monsoon allows for less rainy days and drier conditions. The decrease in humidity and cloud coverage provides a slight increase in sunshine hours.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November in
Allada,
Benin, sees a drop in rainfall, noticeably down to 47mm (1.85"). The drier climate is complemented by reduced humidity levels and windspeeds. While temperatures begin to drop, November enjoys more sunshine days, making it a relatively pleasant month.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December sees the least rainfall in
Allada,
Benin, with only 16mm (0.63") spread over approximately 9 days. This makes it the driest month, closing the year with drier weather. Despite the decrease in rainfall, the sunlight hours experience a slight dip.
Weather in December » [Resources]