The climate of Berekua
Lying under the Köppen climate classification of Af,
Berekua in
Dominica is dominated by a tropical rainforest climate. This climate niche endears itself to a rich biodiversity while influencing the weather conditions of Berekua. It's a relatively consistent weather pattern throughout the year.
Investigating the climate conditions throughout the year, it's observable that the temperatures hardly fluctuate. The highest average temperature peaks are around 28.6°C (83.5°F) and occur from
July to
September. Similarly, the lowest average temperatures are in the region of 24.1°C (75.4°F), showing up in
March. There's also a consistently high relative humidity across all months, with a maximum of 78% during July and
August.
Analysing the rainfall quantities, it's evident that wet conditions are prevalent most of the year. Peak rainfall occurs in the months of August and September, with the highest values of 78mm (3.07") and 70mm (2.76") respectively. Besides rainfall, the number of days with recorded rainfall demonstrates how wet Berekua could be, particularly in
October, with an upwards of 21.5 days in the wet spectrum.
The tendency for cloud cover is fairly moderate. It varies between a low of 33% in
February to a maximum of 44% between
June and July, which means that Berekua is often partly sunny. Coupled with this, there’s standard visibility of 10km (6.2mi) throughout the year, indicating a clear visual range in Berekua.
Pressure measurements reveal minimal variation, placing the values within 1012.1mb and 1015.6mb. Lastly, the wind speeds show minor fluctuations between 20.2km/h (12.6mph) and 27.2km/h (16.9mph). Wind gusts can intensify and reach up to 38.5km/h (23.9mph), suggesting a potential for slightly breezy conditions.
The best time to visit Berekua
The finest time to explore
Berekua is during the months of
January,
February, and
March, considering the lower end of precipitation which ranges from 20mm (0.79") to 28mm (1.1"). Moreover, there are fewer rainy days in these months, giving visitors more opportunities to engage in outdoor activities. Recreational water activities may be attractive, as sea temperatures remain appreciable, hovering from 26.8°C (80.2°F) to 27.3°C (81.1°F).
The worst time to visit Berekua
The period from
August to
October is less desirable for a visit to
Berekua due to a sharp surge in rainfall. These months see rainfall quantities that extend up to 78mm (3.07"), coupled with rainy days that range from 19.7 days to 21.5 days. Visitors might expect limitations in outdoor pursuits due to these wet conditions.
Spring weather in Berekua
During the spring months of
March,
April, and
May,
Berekua embraces a warm climate. Temperatures range from 24.1°C (75.4°F) to 27.5°C (81.5°F). Rainfall slightly escalates in this period, reaching a high of 46mm (1.81") in May. Daylight durations increase progressively from 12.1 hours to 12.8 hours. A steady UV index of 7 is maintained during spring, which necessitates adequate sun protection.
Summer weather in Berekua
In the summer months from
June to
August, temperatures rise slightly and revolve around 26°C (78.8°F) to 28.6°C (83.5°F). This period sees a significant rise in rainfall, reaching up to 78mm (3.07") in August. The summer period has the highest average cloud cover in
Berekua, with the highest value being 44% in June and
July.
Autumn weather in Berekua
The autumn months from
September to
November in
Berekua have an average high temperature of 28.6°C (83.5°F) to 27.8°C (82°F) and an average low of 26.7°C (80.1°F) to 26°C (78.8°F). The rainfall is quite abundant with 70mm (2.76") in September, 67mm (2.64") in both
October and November.
Winter weather in Berekua
During the winter months from
December to
February, there's a marginal drop in the temperature range; the high averages span between 26.5°C (79.7°F) to 26.3°C (79.3°F), and the low averages fluctuate from 25.3°C (77.5°F) to 24.3°C (75.7°F). Rainfall is at the lower end as compared to other seasons, reaching up to 28mm (1.1") in December, and down to 20mm (0.79") in February.
Weather in January
Compared to
December,
January weather in
Berekua,
Dominica shows marginal changes in meteorological variables. Daytime high temperatures maintain their average, while the cold nights bring in a negligible drop in the mean minimum temperature.
Weather in January »Weather in February
In
Berekua, the transition from
January to
February brings with it subtle changes in meteorological conditions. After the increased rainfall of January, February offers a dry spell with a lower rainfall volume of 20mm (0.79").
Weather in February »Weather in March
As
Berekua journeyed from
February into
March, few fluctuations occurred in weather patterns. The rainfall remains around the same range, but the humidity retains the higher levels of the previous months. March maintains the warming trend with slight increases in daylight, sunshine hours, and sea temperatures.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
April's weather pattern in
Berekua,
Dominica, indicates several changes from the previous month. With an observed increase in most parameters, including rainfall, which hikes to 42mm (1.65") from 22mm (0.87") in
March, it suggests a wetter period.
Weather in April » Weather in May
May sees a continuation of the trend established in
April in
Berekua, with further increases in most meteorological elements. The period is characterized by higher volumes of rainfall, now reaching 46mm (1.81"), prolonging the wet season.
Weather in May » Weather in June
In
June,
Berekua's weather diverges slightly from the trends observed in
May. While factors like daylight and sea temperatures peak, indicating longer, warmer days, there is a slight reduction in rainfall to 34mm (1.34"). The persistent breeze from the last month gains speed, creating a windier ambiance.
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Weather in July
July's weather in
Berekua presents mixed changes from
June's meteorological conditions. Significant alterations come in the form of increased rainfall, now reaching a peak of 58mm (2.28"), and reduced daylight hours. Despite encountering the highest sea temperatures of the year, the overall daily temperatures remain within a stable range.
Weather in July » Weather in August
August brings few minor changes to
Berekua's weather, mainly a correlation of the course set in
July. However, the rainfall intensifies, registering a high of 78mm (3.07") for the year, prompting a wetter period. Small decreases seen in daylight, sea temperature, and wind speed imply a slightly cooler, calmer period.
Weather in August » Weather in September
With the transition from
August into
September,
Berekua's weather conditions experience a few slight regressions. Despite a reduction in rainfall from 78mm (3.07") to 70mm (2.76"), September remains within the wet period established since
July.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
October proceeds with a similar weather pattern as
September in
Berekua, with small drops in several factors. The rainfall maintains a declining trend, with the volume lowering to 67mm (2.64"), but keeps Berekua within a moist period.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November's weather in
Berekua,
Dominica, brings small changes compared to the preceding month. Despite the continued wet period, with rainfall remaining at 67mm (2.64"), other elements show minor alterations. A gradual decrease in daylight hours and sea temperatures suggests the onset of cooler conditions.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December weather in
Berekua signals a close for the year, featuring mild variations from those in
November. While the rainfall volume reduces to 38mm (1.5"), marking an end to the prolonged wet season, daylight and sea temperatures follow a downward trend.
Weather in December »