The climate of Tsevie
Classified under the Köppen climate classification as Aw, the weather conditions of
Tsevie,
Togo, mirror the tropical, wet, and dry characteristics of the savanna. To the common observer, the climate can be seen to shift subtly over the months, exhibiting variations in numerous parameters such as temperature, rainfall, humidity, and wind speed. The geographical position of Tsevie posits it in a climate zone that promotes a range of weather events over the year, compelling the natural order to follow an intricate cycle of seasons.
A glance at the temperature reveals the mercury hovering between 23.4°C (74.1°F) and 32.3°C (90.1°F) across the span of twelve months. This tells a tale of a predominantly warm climate, where the peak of heat can be felt in
February,
March, and
April while
July and
August offer relative coolness. The amount of rainfall observed varies drastically throughout the year, with the smallest average of 14mm (0.55") recorded in
December and the highest count of 138mm (5.43") occurring in
June.
The city also experiences changes in humidity, from a low relative humidity of 69% in
January to a high of 84% in
September. The investigator would make further note of daylight hours remaining fairly constant throughout the year, ranging between 11.8 hours and 12.5 hours of light in a day. Intriguingly, Tsevie experiences the most amount of sunshine in April amidst falling precipitation, giving it a unique weather pattern where the sun outlasts the storms.
The best time to visit Tsevie
The timeframe from
December to
February marks an idealistic period to plan a visit to
Tsevie. During these months, visitors can anticipate minimal rainfall, ranging from 14mm (0.55") to 25mm (0.98"), thereby ensuring a reduced likelihood of weather-based disruptions in outdoor activities. Moreover, the temperature during this period stabilizes around a comfortable high of 31.8°C (89.2°F) to 32.3°C (90.1°F) and a soothing low of 25.3°C (77.5°F) to 26.3°C (79.3°F).
The worst time to visit Tsevie
A visit to
Tsevie from
May to
September might pose a challenge for visitors with a higher possibility of rainfall. The intense precipitation, ranging from 68mm (2.68") in May to 103mm (4.06") in September, coupled with high relative humidity between 76% and 84% could make travel plans difficult. Although temperatures remain on the warmer side, the combination of heavy rainfall and high humidity might decrease overall comfort levels during this period.
Spring weather in Tsevie
The months of
February to
April in
Tsevie do not adhere to the traditional conception of spring weather. Temperature maintains a high average, fluctuating from 32.1°C (89.8°F) to 32.3°C (90.1°F) and the minimum temperature ranges between 26.3°C (79.3°F) and 27.1°C (80.8°F). The amount of rainfall also starts to increase progressively in this period commencing from 25mm (0.98") in February to 33mm (1.3") in April.
Summer weather in Tsevie
Tsevie's summer season extends from
May to
August with temperatures revealing a gentle decline from the high temperature of 31.3°C (88.3°F) in May to a cooler high of around 27.5°C (81.5°F) in August. Rainfall is prevalent during this time with an apex at 138mm (5.43") in
June and the minimum falling at 52mm (2.05") in August. It also displays a surge of relative humidity, touching a high of 83% in August, contributing to a sultry summer atmosphere.
Autumn weather in Tsevie
Autumn, covering
September to
November, experiences a gentle rise in temperature, varying from a high of 28.2°C (82.8°F) to 31°C (87.8°F). With still-frequent rainfall varying from 103mm (4.06") to 38mm (1.5") and high relative humidity remaining between 77% and 84%, the weather can still remain quite humid and wet, reminiscent of the earlier summer months.
Winter weather in Tsevie
December through
January in
Tsevie denotes the local winter season. While there's no traditional dip in temperature, the climate remains relatively stable with a high temperature shifting between 31.8°C (89.2°F) and 32.1°C (89.8°F) and a low temperature fluctuating from 25.3°C (77.5°F) to 25.6°C (78.1°F). The rainfall reduces dramatically during this period, making it the driest time of the year, with values oscillating between 14mm (0.55") and 15mm (0.59").
Weather in January
The new year ushers in relatively moderate temperatures, setting the tone for the climate in the first month. A constant feature is the pressure, maintaining a steady course at 1010.4mb. Typical humidity levels are noticed, while the wind slightly ruffles the calm.
Weather in January »Weather in February
February experiences fluctuations in prevailing conditions from the past month, yet maintains uniform visibility. Notably, the maximum wind speed increases to 15.9km/h (9.9mph), altering the wind pattern slightly. Rainfall begins to make its presence felt, albeit lightly.
Weather in February » Weather in March
For
Tsevie,
March brings changes in weather with subtle increases in temperature and rainfall. A further increase in wind speed to 16.7km/h (10.4mph) marks this month different from
February. The continuity of higher humidity endorses the moist nature of the atmosphere.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
Weather characteristics alter more perceptibly in
April compared to previous months. The increase in rainfall to 33mm (1.3") underlines the transition towards rainier months ahead. Overall cloud percentage also rises, contributing to a further decrease in sunshine hours.
Weather in April »Weather in May
May sees a deepening imprint of rain, characterized by the significant leap of rainfall to 68mm (2.68"). The onset of more frequent rainfall coincides with heightened humidity levels. Daylight peeks for longer hours even as cloud cover continues to grow.
Weather in May » Weather in June
June marks the peak of the rainy season for
Tsevie with an all-year high rainfall of 138mm (5.43"). Despite visibility remaining unaffected, humidity scales the 80 mark. Likewise, the number of rainy days surges, contributing to greater cloud cover.
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Weather in July
July carries forward
June's rainy spell but with some moderation, reflected in the drop in rainfall to 95mm (3.74"). The weather continues to be dominated by rain-soaked days, boosted by an increased humidity of 82. An upswing in wind speeds provides some respite from the otherwise humid conditions.
Weather in July » Weather in August
Weather in
August retains much of the characteristics of
July, with continued rainfall and high humidity. Notably, the wind speed peaks for the year at 17.1km/h (10.6mph), offering an interesting twist to August weather. Increased cloud coverage persists playing hide and seek with the sun.
Weather in August »Weather in September
September witnesses another rainfall peak, turning the month into a wetter phase with 103mm (4.06") of precipitation. As the rainwater seeps away, the wind speed also recedes by a notch. Despite the high rainfall, the humidity shows signs of reducing.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
October brings changes to
Tsevie's weather with a reduction in rainfall to 83mm (3.27"). One observes the start of an easing off from the intense rain and cloud cover. A notable decrease in humidity compounds the signs of this shift.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November signifies a further retreat of rainy weather in
Tsevie, reflected in the fall in rainfall to 38mm (1.5"). As the clouds recede, the number of sunshine days increases, a boon for those who enjoy the sun. The weather starts to dry up, indicated by falling humidity levels.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December brings respite from the rainy season with significantly reduced rainfall of 14mm (0.55"). Offering a contrast are the longer sunshine days that increase to 16.5. The weather lends itself to outdoor festivities with favorable temperature levels.
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