The climate of Bopa
Bopa,
Benin, situated in Western Africa, has a predominant Köppen climate classification of Aw. This classification means that it resides in a tropical wet and dry or savanna climate zone. The swinging dance of temperatures, rainfalls, humidity, and sunlight characterizes the weather here all year round.
The temperature in Bopa experiences a tight range throughout the year. High temperatures swing from a top mark of 32.2°C (90°F) in
March to a lower point of 27.4°C (81.3°F) in
August. Correspondingly, low temperatures shift between 26.9°C (80.4°F) in
April and 23.3°C (73.9°F) in August. Thus, the town enjoys rather consistently high temperatures year-round.
Rainfall fluctuates markedly through the year, exerting a pronounced impact on the local climate. Rainfall amounts ascend from 16mm (0.63") in
January to a peak of 125mm (4.92") in
May. From
June to
October, rainfall remains relatively high, above 41mm (1.61"), before descending back to the start of the cycle in
December at 16mm (0.63").
One noticeable pattern is that the number of rainfall days parallels this trend closely. January sees the fewest rainfall days, averaging 8.8 days. Conversely, June experiences the most rain days, reaching up to 24.5 days.
The town encounters a low to non-existent snowfall pattern throughout the year. The astronomical daytime or daylight hours exhibit a narrow range between 11.7 hours in December to 12.5 hours in
July. Accompanying this slight sunlight range, the average number of sunshine hours also varies modestly between 6.3 hours in July to 9.7 hours in January.
The best time to visit Bopa
The optimal period to visit
Bopa centers around the driest months with ample sunshine days. Specifically,
January demonstrates the lowest rainfall of 16mm (0.63"), shortest rain days count of 8.8 days, and an impressive 9.7 hours of sunshine per day. With temperatures oscillating from 24.6°C (76.3°F) to 32.1°C (89.8°F), this month is friendly for exploring Bopa.
The worst time to visit Bopa
Conversely,
June stands as the least desirable time to visit
Bopa due to the heaviest rainfall of 125mm (4.92") and the highest number of rainy days at 24.5 days. The temperature, though pleasant from 25°C (77°F) to 29.2°C (84.6°F), gets overshadowed by the damp weather. Moreover, the months leading to and after June are also laden with increased levels of rainfall and humid conditions.
Spring weather in Bopa
The spring months of
March,
April, and
May in
Bopa reveal an escalating pattern of rainfall, traversing from 30mm (1.18") to a high of 125mm (4.92"). Correspondingly, rain days also uptick dramatically from 16.8 days in March to 24.5 days in May. Mean high temperatures persist above 31.5°C (88.7°F), peaking at 32.2°C (90°F) in March, and low temperatures range around the 26°C (78.8°F) mark.
Summer weather in Bopa
Summer ushers in the monsoon season in
Bopa.
June sees the highest rainfall and rain days at 125mm (4.92") and 24.5 days, respectively. This tapers off slightly, remaining above 41mm (1.61") and 21.5 days in
July and
August. Compared to the spring months, temperatures modestly dip, with high temperatures moving within the bracket of 27.4°C (81.3°F) and 29.2°C (84.6°F), and low temperatures fluctuating from 23.9°C (75°F) to 25°C (77°F).
Autumn weather in Bopa
Autumn in
Bopa results in a gradual decline in rainfall, moving from
September's 89mm (3.5") down to
November's 47mm (1.85"). The number of rain days follows suit, dropping from 24.5 days in September to 22.1 days by November. Notably, temperatures start to climb, with the high temperature scaling from 28.2°C (82.8°F) in September to 30.8°C (87.4°F) come November. Similarly, low temperatures edge up from 23.9°C (75°F) in September to 25.5°C (77.9°F) by November.
Winter weather in Bopa
Winter in
Bopa spells the advent of the dry season. Rainfall plunges to a low of 16mm (0.63") in both
December and
January, while rain days also reduce significantly, rounding off at 8.9 days in December and 8.8 days in January. Temperatures continue on the upswing, from highs of 32°C (89.6°F) in December to 32.1°C (89.8°F) in
February, and similarly, lows move from 25°C (77°F) in December to 25.8°C (78.4°F) by February. Snowfall days remain essentially non-existent all the year round.
Weather in January
Mild changes in weather mark the shift from
December to
January in
Bopa,
Benin. Despite being the beginning of the calendar year, humidity levels are relatively lower as compared to the later months, offering a pleasant atmosphere.
Weather in January »Weather in February
As the year progresses into
February,
Bopa experiences a slight, steady climb towards warmer weather. Compared to
January, rainfall has significantly increased, albeit maintaining a moderate amount overall. Correspondingly, there's relatively more cloud cover, slightly reducing sunlight exposure.
Weather in February »Weather in March
Transition from
February to
March comes with a gradual rise in temperature and humidity in
Bopa,
Benin. As the region leans toward the hotter part of the year, the weather follows a predictable pattern - progressively warming up and becoming more humid.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
April ushers in the most prominent climatic changes in
Bopa, marking the transition to the region's hotter months. The weather continues its trend from
March, becoming increasingly warmer and more humid. April is marked by a significant upsurge in rainfall reaching 31mm (1.22"), the highest since the start of the year.
Weather in April » Weather in May
Moving into
May, the town of
Bopa,
Benin, continues to experience a tropical climate with rising temperatures and high levels of rainfall. A significant difference from
April lies in the increased cloud cover, slightly lowering visibility due to scattered sunlight.
Weather in May »Weather in June
Weather conditions during the month of
June in
Bopa witness a: considerable increase in precipitation. The climb in rainfall sees numbers soaring to 125mm (4.92") as compared to 68mm (2.68") in
May. In this month, the days are longer and filled with a significant amount of cloudier skies.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
Bringing in a shift from
June, the weather in
July experiences a slight decrease in rainfall. Even as temperatures dip slightly, the humidity remains consistently high. The town of
Bopa unveils its monsoon-washed face this month, sporting its greenest vistas.
Weather in July »Weather in August
August shows a slight decrease in temperature and a significant decline in rainfall from
July.
Bopa's climate continues its trend from the previous month but with a slightly more mellow character. August offers an excellent opportunity to explore the town's features as the rainfall lowers to 41mm (1.61") from July’s 110mm (4.33").
Weather in August » Weather in September
September ushers in a change of weather in the town of
Bopa,
Benin. Although temperatures remain relatively unchanged from
August, there's a notable rise in precipitation. With an increase in rainfall reaching 89mm (3.5"), the climate shifts towards a more temperate pattern.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
Moving into
October, the weather begins taking a turn towards the cooler end of the spectrum in
Bopa. While the town continues to experience high humidity levels, the overall climate is less severe than the previous months. Notably, rainfall decreases from its
September peak to 79mm (3.11"), marking a steady decline in precipitation.
Weather in October »Weather in November
November arrives with a splash of noticeable changes in the weather conditions in
Bopa,
Benin. Notably, there is a further decrease in precipitation levels as rainfall drops to 47mm (1.85"), pivoting sharply from the heavier showers experienced in
October.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December marks the advent of the cooler, drier months in
Bopa. A substantial decrease in rainfall marks a stark contrast between
November and December, marking it as the beginning of the dry phase. Precipitation levels dwindle down significantly to 16mm (0.63"), the same as
January levels.
Weather in December »