The climate of Basupu
The geographical location of
Basupu in
Equatorial Guinea, positioned under the tropics, earns it the classification of a Tropical Monsoon climate, according to the Köppen climate classification. The persistent warmth, high relative humidity, and bountiful rainfall make this location distinctively tropical.
Throughout the year, average high temperatures show minor fluctuations, hovering around a range from 25.5°C (77.9°F) to 28.5°C (83.3°F). Similarly, low temperatures demonstrate a slight variance with readings taken from 24.3°C (75.7°F) to 27.3°C (81.1°F). A feature of Basupu's warmth is its consistently high humidity levels. Every month scores a high 78% to 84% relative humidity. The combination of heat and humidity creates an atmosphere that is continually warm and muggy.
Dominant throughout the year is the presence of rainfall, with greater accumulations from
May to
September. During these months, rainfall amounts surge above 300mm (11.81"), culminating in
July’s peak of 412mm (16.22"). The sparsest rainfall, around 51mm (2.01"), tends to occur in
December. Coupled with the precipitation is a percentage of cloud cover increasing in tandem with the rains, reaching a high of 59% in
August.
The best time to visit Basupu
Optimal visiting conditions happen between
December and
February. During these months, high temperatures lie in the upper 27°C (80.6°F) range while low temperatures only slightly drop to 26.8°C (80.2°F). The rainfall drops to manageable levels, particularly in December, descending to 51mm (2.01") over 21 days. Additionally, the sunshine duration peaks to 9.3 to 9.4 hours daily, coupling with adequate daylight hours that remain steady at around 12 hours. The UV index remains consistent at 7, indicating a need for sun protection measures due to potentially harmful UV exposure levels.
The worst time to visit Basupu
Challenges arise with regard to outdoor activities between the months of
May and
September. During this period, rainfall amplifies, leading to a considerable increase in the number of rainy days.
August exhibits the highest reading when rainfall reaches 412mm (16.22") over 30 days. Subsequently, sunshine hours diminish to as low as 5.7 hours daily, bringing about cloudier skies and lesser outdoor visibility.
Spring weather in Basupu
Spring, typically recognized as
March through
May, displays escalating weather conditions. Starting with temperatures of around 28°C (82.4°F) in March, they slightly dip to 26.8°C (80.2°F) in May. Concurrently, rainfall begins its ascent from 171mm (6.73") in March to a startling 389mm (15.31") by the end of spring. In association with the increase in rainfall, cloud cover also expands, reducing the daily sunshine hours from 9 hours in March to 7.5 hours in May.
Summer weather in Basupu
The
Basupu summer, lasting from
June to
August, offers an intensified monsoon. The average temperature falls, reaching the lowest mark of 25.5°C (77.9°F) in
July and August. However, rainfall is at its apex, crossing the 400mm (15.75") threshold in July. Sunlight availability shrinks to a low of 5.7 hours in August, the lowest of the year. Thus, the heat is overshadowed by intense rainfall and reduced sunshine during the summer months.
Autumn weather in Basupu
From
September to
November, weather conditions in
Basupu lean towards improving temperatures and decreasing rainfall. Average high temperatures rise from 25.6°C (78.1°F) in September to 27.5°C (81.5°F) by November. Rainfall starts to retreat, dropping down from 298mm (11.73") in September to 134mm (5.28") in November. Sunshine duration also picks up, increasing from 7 hours in September to 9 hours by November.
Winter weather in Basupu
December ushers in winter with an average high temperature of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and low of 26.3°C (79.3°F), close to the annual averages. It records the lowest rainfall of the year with 51mm (2.01"), which falls over 21.3 days. The sky becomes notably brighter with cloud cover receding to 20%, enabling the sunshine duration to reach its peak at 9.4 hours for the year. Winter in
Basupu showcases warmer temperatures, decreased rainfall, and appreciably sunny days.
Weather in January
Kickstarting the year in
Basupu,
January brings warmth with a high of 27.8°C (82°F). Despite the month boasting moderate temperatures, relative humidity stands at 78%, hinting at a slightly muggy atmosphere. Weather patterns in January tend to be moderate in terms of rain and wind speed as compared to both
December and
February.
Weather in January »Weather in February
In
February, the slight increase in temperature to a high of 28°C (82.4°F) indicates fleeting signs of the approaching rain season. Rainfall mounts to 106mm (4.17"), notably higher than
January, even though the number of rain days remains constant.
Weather in February »Weather in March
March beckons the onset of the rainy season in
Basupu, with rainfall soaring to 171mm (6.73"). Given the significant increase in rainfall, the cloud cover also amps up significantly in comparison to
February. Consequently, there is a slight dip in sunshine hours as well as visible distance.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
The month of
April carries forward the rainy season with 147mm (5.79") of rainfall, albeit less than in
March. The increase in cloud cover from 31% to 35% announced fewer sunshine hours compared to the previous month. Despite April being marginally cooler than March, humidity and barometric pressure stay fairly constant.
Weather in April »Weather in May
Moving on to
May,
Basupu experiences a significant surge in rainfall, topping at 245mm (9.65"), the highest thus far in the year. Accompanying this uptick in precipitation, humidity levels hold steady at 78%. The decrease in temperature is marginal but notable, and wind speeds begin to slide down to 9.7km/h (6mph).
Weather in May »Weather in June
The weather in
June in
Basupu exhibits a further increase in rainfall, hitting a yearly high with 389mm (15.31") of rain spread across the month. The rainy season is in full swing, and the generally cooler conditions are accompanied by the highest humidity of the year at 81%.
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Weather in July
Climatic conditions in
July in
Basupu lean towards an enhancement of the rainy season with rainfall reaching 412mm (16.22"), making it the wettest month of the year. A notable drop in temperature is registered with the lowest high of the year at 25.5°C (77.9°F).
Weather in July »Weather in August
Basupu's weather pattern in
August marks a gradual shift from peak monsoon to a receding rainfall regime. Despite recording similar temperatures to
July, there is a significant reduction in rainfall to 334mm (13.15"). The post-monsoon transition is further emphasized by the percentage of cloud cover shrinking to 59%.
Weather in August » Weather in September
September brings relieving changes to
Basupu, with reducing rainfall of 298mm (11.73") and rising temperatures up to 25.6°C (78.1°F). A distinctive set back from
August, this month sees the cloud cover drop to 52%, leading to an increase in sunshine hours.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
The month of
October showcases a further decline in rain to 241mm (9.49") and an appreciable rise in the temperature to 26.5°C (79.7°F). Shedding remnants of the monsoon season, cloud cover drops to allow just under 8 hours of sunshine daily.
Weather in October »Weather in November
November in
Basupu witnesses a prominent reduction in rainfall to 134mm (5.28"), leading to fewer wet days. Coupled with this, a further rise in temperature to 27.5°C (81.5°F) sets the tone for the upcoming dry season. The drop in cloud cover and humidity levels result in an increase of delightful sunshine hours.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December arrives with the lowest rainfall of 51mm (2.01") for the year, signifying the onset of the dry season in
Basupu. As the coolest month of the year begins, a high temperature of 27.6°C (81.7°F) reflects comfortable weather despite the lack of rain.
Weather in December »