Climate and monthly weather forecastLome, Togo
Climate and monthly weather forecast
The climate of Lome
Located in the West African nation of Togo, the capital city Lome experiences a predominantly Tropical wet and dry climate or savanna type, a staple of the Köppen climate classification Aw. Lome's geographical coordinates bestow upon it a coastal location ensuring a largely balanced, tropical climate pattern throughout the year. The city's year-round, high temperature values paired with elevated humidity percentages contribute to this precise classification.Marked by relatively stable average high temperatures from 27.5°C (81.5°F) to 32.3°C (90.1°F), the city shows minimal fluctuations in this weather parameter. A similar trend is observed in the average low temperatures as well, which hover between 23.4°C (74.1°F) and 27.1°C (80.8°F) throughout the year.
Humidity levels in Lome remain high most of the year, topping at 84% in September and touching a low of 69% in January. Rainfall patterns display considerable variation, presenting a range from 14mm (0.55") in December to 138mm (5.43") in June. Interestingly, the city experiences about 8.5 days of rainfall in December, which escalates to 27.7 days by September.
The sea temperature also remains comfortably warm throughout the year, marking a minimum of 24.3°C (75.7°F) in August, and reaching a peak of 28.8°C (83.8°F) in May. Taking into account the twelve-month average daylight hours from 11.8 to 12.5 hours, one can predict a year-round sunny climate for Lome.
The best time to visit Lome
With the advent of January, Lome's climate gradually shifts from the wetter months to drier ones, making this period an ideal time for outdoor activities and exploration. Warmer sea temperatures averaging 28.3°C (82.9°F) in November significantly contribute to making this timeframe a suitable choice for beach-related excursions.The worst time to visit Lome
June marks the onset of a rainy season in Lome, with rainfall amounts peaking to 138mm (5.43"), and the frequency of rainy days increasing to about 26 days per month. This high likelihood of precipitation, paired with reduced sunshine hours and increased cloud cover, makes this period less conducive to outdoor activities, portraying it as a less favorable time for visits.Spring weather in Lome
Spring sees Lome transitioning from the drier months to the onset of the rainy season. March through May is characterized by increasing rainfall, with April and May seeing the city drenched in 33mm (1.3") and 68mm (2.68") of rain respectively. While the average high temperatures hover around 32°C (89.6°F), the sea temperatures also begin to increase, peaking at 28.8°C (83.8°F) in May.Summer weather in Lome
Summer in Lome, stretching from June to August, is the wettest season of the year with the city receiving its highest rainfall amounts in June. The increase in cloud cover during these months leads to a dip in sunlight hours, while the sea temperature also experiences a considerable drop, landing at a yearly low of 24.3°C (75.7°F) in August.Autumn weather in Lome
Autumn sees the climate gradually shifting from the wet, rainy months to drier conditions. The decline in rainfall through September, October, and November is prominent. Yet, the season witnesses above-average temperatures, comfortably staying within the range of 29.5°C (85.1°F) to 31°C (87.8°F).Winter weather in Lome
Winter months in Lome are marked by drier weather with significantly less rainfall, around 15mm (0.59") in December. Despite the reduction in rainy days, temperatures during this period remain warm, with an average high of 31.8°C (89.2°F) in December. Sea temperatures also remain comfortable, marking a high of 28.1°C (82.6°F) by December end.Weather in January
In comparison to December, January in Lome, Togo presents slightly warmer weather along with a higher humidity of 69%. The rainfall though is at a decrease as we journey from 14mm (0.55") in December to 15mm (0.59") this month and the number of rainfall days increases from 8.5 days in December to 8.6 days. Weather in January »Weather in February
Transitioning from January to February, Lome, Togo is met with a surge in temperature, peaking at 32.3°C (90.1°F), which persists into March. Humidity escalates to 74% and rainfall records a two-fold increase from 15mm (0.59") to 25mm (0.98"). Weather in February »Weather in March
Rather similarly to February, climatic conditions in Lome, Togo continue to be characterized by warmth and humidity in March. Rainfall numbers continue to climb reaching 28mm (1.1") while daylight extends further by 0.2 hours, resulting in lengthier days than February. Weather in March »Weather in April
Climatic conditions for April in Lome, Togo demonstrate a trend consistent with the preceding months, bearing warmth, humidity, but with an even more pronounced shift in precipitation. Prime characteristics of April weather comprise of longer daylight hours of 12.3 hours, the highest so far in the year, and increased rainfall values of 33mm (1.3"). Weather in April »Weather in May
Proceeding into the month of May, a significant rise in rainfall becomes the central distinguishing feature in Lome, Togo. Weather conditions now yield a hefty 68mm (2.68") of rainfall, doubling from the preceding month's 33mm (1.3"). Weather in May »Weather in June
June in Lome, Togo is primarily characterized by an impressive surge in rainfall reaching 138mm (5.43"). Weather patterns display a pronounced shift from the preceding month, with June manifesting as the peak of the rainy season. The cloud cover also soars to 48% resulting in just 2.2 days of sunshine during the entire month. Weather in June »Weather in July
Requirements for July weather in Lome, Togo make for a continued need for rain gear, but with a contrast in a decrease in rainfall to 95mm (3.74") from June's 138mm (5.43"). A prevalent characteristic of July is the decline in temperature standing at a maximum of 27.8°C (82°F) as compared to June's 29.2°C (84.6°F). Weather in July »Weather in August
As August unfolds in Lome, Togo, rainfall continues its descent from 95mm (3.74") in July to 52mm (2.05"). Other weather attributes in August mirror much of July, with a maximum temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and a similar daylight duration of 12.3 hours. Weather in August »Weather in September
The transition into September signifies a rise in rainfall levels to 103mm (4.06") and an increase in temperature to 28.2°C (82.8°F) up from August's 27.5°C (81.5°F). In Lome September promises more sunshine by an extra 1.2 days in comparison with August. Weather in September »Weather in October
Climate conditions in Lome, Togo see a noticeable moderation across October. The rainfall records a slight decline to 83mm (3.27") as the transitions towards the end of the rainy season. An increase in sunshine duration by 8.7 hours affirms this transition further. Weather in October »Weather in November
November in Lome, Togo signals the end of the rainy season with a significant drop in rainfall to 38mm (1.5"), less than half of October's 83mm (3.27"). The dry season arrives with more sunshine and less humid conditions. November bears the warmth of 31°C (87.8°F), a notable increase from October's 29.5°C (85.1°F), setting a trend for the coming months. Weather in November »Weather in December
As Lome, Togo transitions into December, the weather takes on a drier nature, with rainfall levels further diminishing to just 14mm (0.55"). The dry season fully establishes itself with the lowest rainfall figures of the year. Weather in December »Updated: Feb 5, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 69%.
Throughout the year, there are 236.4 rainfall days, and 692mm (27.24") of precipitation is accumulated.
January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
Lome's warmest months, February through April, record an average high-temperature of 32.3°C (90.1°F).
The month with the most sunshine in Lome, Togo, is April, with an average of 11.4h of sunshine.
With an average sea temperature of 28.8°C (83.8°F), May is the month with the warmest seawater in Lome, Togo.
The month with the most rainfall in Lome is June, when the rain falls for 26.1 days and typically aggregates up to 138mm (5.43") of precipitation.
June has the longest days of the year in Lome, Togo, with an average of 12h and 30min of daylight.
July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Lome.
The coldest time of the year in Lome is August, with temperatures averaging a high of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and a low of 23.4°C (74.1°F).
August is the month with the coldest seawater in Lome, Togo, with an average sea temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F).
The most humid month in Lome, Togo, is September, with an average relative humidity of 84%.
With an average of 7.1h of sunshine, September has the least sunshine of the year.
December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 14mm (0.55") of precipitation.
The month with the shortest days in Lome is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
Lome does not utilize Daylight Saving Time (DST). GMT timezone is used throughout the entire year.
Average temperature
Lome, Togo
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February, March and April (32.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.5°C).
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (27.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.4°C).
Average pressure
Lome, Togo
- Average pressure in January:
1010.4mbar - Average pressure in February:
1009.4mbar - Average pressure in March:
1009.4mbar - Average pressure in April:
1009.6mbar - Average pressure in May:
1010.8mbar - Average pressure in June:
1012.7mbar
- Average pressure in July:
1013.4mbar - Average pressure in August:
1013.3mbar - Average pressure in September:
1012.6mbar - Average pressure in October:
1011.1mbar - Average pressure in November:
1010.1mbar - Average pressure in December:
1010.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.4mbar).
Average wind speed
Lome, Togo
- Average wind speed in January:
12.5km/h - Average wind speed in February:
14.8km/h - Average wind speed in March:
15.8km/h - Average wind speed in April:
14.6km/h - Average wind speed in May:
13.4km/h - Average wind speed in June:
14.3km/h
- Average wind speed in July:
15.9km/h - Average wind speed in August:
16.1km/h - Average wind speed in September:
14km/h - Average wind speed in October:
12km/h - Average wind speed in November:
11.6km/h - Average wind speed in December:
11.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (16.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (11.3km/h).
Average humidity
Lome, Togo
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (69%).
Average rainfall
Lome, Togo
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (138mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (14mm).
Average rainfall days
Lome, Togo
- Average rainfall days in January:
8.6 days - Average rainfall days in February:
13.1 days - Average rainfall days in March:
19.1 days - Average rainfall days in April:
17.5 days - Average rainfall days in May:
21.3 days - Average rainfall days in June:
26.1 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
26.1 days - Average rainfall days in August:
25 days - Average rainfall days in September:
27.7 days - Average rainfall days in October:
24.1 days - Average rainfall days in November:
19.3 days - Average rainfall days in December:
8.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (27.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (8.5 days).
Average sea temperature
Lome, Togo
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is May (28.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (24.3°C).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Lome, Togo
- Average daylight in January:
11h and 48min - Average daylight in February:
11h and 54min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 6min - Average daylight in April:
12h and 18min - Average daylight in May:
12h and 24min - Average daylight in June:
12h and 30min
- Average daylight in July:
12h and 24min - Average daylight in August:
12h and 18min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 12min - Average daylight in October:
12h and 0min - Average daylight in November:
11h and 48min - Average daylight in December:
11h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in January:
8h and 18min - Average sunshine in February:
9h and 30min - Average sunshine in March:
10h and 12min - Average sunshine in April:
11h and 24min - Average sunshine in May:
10h and 54min - Average sunshine in June:
8h and 54min
- Average sunshine in July:
7h and 42min - Average sunshine in August:
8h and 0min - Average sunshine in September:
7h and 6min - Average sunshine in October:
8h and 42min - Average sunshine in November:
9h and 18min - Average sunshine in December:
8h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days
Lome, Togo
- Average sunshine days in January:
18.1 days - Average sunshine days in February:
10.9 days - Average sunshine days in March:
6.7 days - Average sunshine days in April:
9.3 days - Average sunshine days in May:
6.8 days - Average sunshine days in June:
2.2 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
2.2 days - Average sunshine days in August:
2.6 days - Average sunshine days in September:
1.2 days - Average sunshine days in October:
4 days - Average sunshine days in November:
5.4 days - Average sunshine days in December:
16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.2 days).
Average UV index
Lome, Togo
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover
Lome, Togo
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility
Lome, Togo
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
