The climate of Houma
Houma, positioned in
Tonga, shares the characteristics of a Tropical rainforest climate, bolstered by the Köppen climate classification Af. The region's climate reflects a fairly consistent profile of temperature, humidity, and precipitation patterns throughout the year. Average high temperatures range from 22.9°C (73.2°F) to 27.5°C (81.5°F) while the lows fluctuate from 21.6°C (70.9°F) to 26.7°C (80.1°F).
Rainfall takes center stage in lieu of prevalent humidity levels that range from 75% to 80%. Monthly rainfall averages range from 36mm (1.42") to 163mm (6.42"), with precipitation observed for between 12.9 and 22.7 days a month. Relative consistency also applies to sunshine duration, which hovers between 10.9 hours to 13.4 hours a day. The ultraviolet (UV) index consistently scores 6 or 7 all year round, suggesting the need for protective measures against UV radiation.
Somewhat peculiar, the percentage of cloud cover remains constant at around 50%, and the visibility stays at a uniform 10 kilometers throughout the year. Another consistent element in Houma's weather is atmospheric pressure, which manifests rarely negligible variations between 1008.6mb and 1016.2mb. Wind indicators such as average winds speed, maximum wind speed, and wind gusts show slight variations, typically ranging in the 20km/h (12.4mph) to 30km/h (18.6mph) bracket.
The best time to visit Houma
Considering the potential rainfall, temperatures, and general weather conditions, the ideal time to visit
Houma is the dry month of
October. On average, the month registers the lowest level of rainfall, at just 36mm (1.42") spread over approximately 13 days. The temperatures remain comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 23.7°C (74.7°F) and nighttime lows around 22.9°C (73.2°F).
Additionally, October experiences good levels of sunshine (7.1 hours per day) and moderate UV index (6), enhancing outdoor activities. It witnesses moderate wind speeds, with an average of 23.8 Kph, and maximum gusts measuring around 32.4 Kph, ensuring the conditions are not overly windy.
The worst time to visit Houma
Factoring in, high rainfall, humidity, and temperature conditions,
February is the least desirable time for a visit to
Houma. The month collects the highest rainfall, peaking at an average of 163mm (6.42") over approximately 22.7 days. This period also experiences high temperatures, with average highs of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and lows of 26.7°C (80.1°F).
Although February receives average daily sunshine of 7.5 hours, high temperature and rainfall levels can offset this perk. Couple this with wind conditions that measure an average wind speed of 24.1 Kph, culminating in maximum gusts of up to 34.2 Kph, and it becomes clear that comfort during outdoor activities could be compromised in February.
Spring weather in Houma
Houma's springtime runs from
September to
November, boasting highs in temperature from 22.9°C (73.2°F) to 24.4°C (75.9°F), and lows from 21.7°C (71.1°F) to 23.5°C (74.3°F).
March presents an average rainfall of 151mm (5.94") falling over about 21.5 days, but progressively decreases to about 39mm (1.54") over 13.1 days in November.
Sunshine hours slightly increase from 7 hrs/day in September to 8.9 hrs/day in November, allowing for plenty of daylight activities. Winds stay within a comfortable range from 23.7 Kph to 24.1 Kph, with maximum gusts below 34 Kph. Humidity levels slightly decline from 77% in September to 78% in November.
Summer weather in Houma
Summer in
Houma is from
December to
February, with temperatures sustaining a high pattern within the 23°C (73.4°F) to 27.5°C (81.5°F) range. February is the wettest month, with high rainfall of 163mm (6.42"), falling over an average of 22.7 days.
Average sunshine hours decrease slightly from 8.9 hrs/day in December to 7.5 hrs/day in February. Wind conditions are slightly more vigorous during summer, measuring an average of 24.1 Kph to 24.9 Kph. The maximum wind gusts reach up to 34.7 Kph. Humidity stays at the higher side, marking around 78% to 79%.
Autumn weather in Houma
Autumn in
Houma, from
March to
May, maintains comfortable temperatures within 26.2°C (79.2°F) to 25.2°C (77.4°F) at peak and 21.9°C (71.4°F) to 23.9°C (75°F) at the lowest. Rainfall is moderate, peaking at 86mm (3.39") in
April and decreasing to 59mm (2.32") in May.
The overall weather conditions remain favourable for tours because sunshine hours maintain a stable average of 7.4 hrs/day, while the wind averages between 24.2 Kph and 25.5 Kph. Humidity slightly decreases during the autumn months, from 77% at the start of the season to 75% in May.
Winter weather in Houma
Winter in
Houma widely refers to the period from
June to
August, when temperatures average highs from 23°C (73.4°F) to 24.3°C (75.7°F) and lows between 21.6°C (70.9°F) and 23°C (73.4°F). Rainfall during winter is moderate, peaking at 72mm (2.83") in
July and decreasing to 51mm (2.01") in August.
On average, winter months get around 7 hrs/day of sunshine. Winds prevail at moderate speeds from 24.6 Kph to 25.6 Kph, with maximum gusts around 34.7 Kph in June and July, providing an overall comfortable ambiance. Humidity maintains at a lower range, averaging 75% during the winter season.
Weather in January
January sees the onset of the year with moderate temperatures in
Houma,
Tonga. The average maximum temperature reaches 26.8°C (80.2°F) while the minimum dips to 25.9°C (78.6°F). Despite the rather pleasant climate, the weather here fluctuates between humidity and gusty winds reaching a peak speed of 33.1km/h (20.6mph).
Weather in January » Weather in February
As the calendar turns to
February, an incremental rise in temperature can be noticed in this Polynesian kingdom. It records the year's highest maximum and minimum termparatures, reaching upto 27.5°C (81.5°F) and 26.7°C (80.1°F) respectively.
Weather in February »Weather in March
March ushers in an intriguing blend of weather patterns where temperatures begin to decrease slightly from the peak of the previous month. An average maximum temperature of 27.2°C (81°F) and minimum of 26.3°C (79.3°F) are recorded, which signals the onset of milder weather.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
April sees a visible shift towards cooler temperatures. The drop in temperatures (with maximums of 26.2°C (79.2°F) and minimums of 25.2°C (77.4°F)), and a decrease in rainfall from
March to 86mm (3.39"), heralds the beginning of drier conditions.
Weather in April » Weather in May
The pleasant climate trend continues in
May, characterized by further cooling. Moderate amounts of rainfall on average), and a relatively lower relative humidity mark this month. The arrival of cooler air currents renders an almost soothing effect to the overall climate.
Weather in May »Weather in June
June ushers in temperatures ranging from a maximum of 24.3°C (75.7°F) to a minimum of 23°C (73.4°F). The reduction in rainfall and the ushering of cooler winds lend an air of freshness that is pivotal for numerous outdoor activities.
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Weather in July
Unlike the northern hemisphere, winter in
Tonga begins around
July. The average temperatures dip down further to witness a high of 23.2°C (73.8°F) and a low of 21.9°C (71.4°F). To complement this, the weather records an average rainfall of just 72mm (2.83").
Weather in July »Weather in August
August in
Houma continues the trend of the winter season. Its temperature fluctuates between a high of 23°C (73.4°F) and a low of 21.6°C (70.9°F). The rainfall further decreases, marking this month as one of the driest periods of the year with just 51mm (2.01") of average rainfall.
Weather in August » Weather in September
September in
Houma symbolizes the end of the winter season. The temperature starts to witness a gradual increase and ranges between 23.7°C (74.7°F) and 21.7°C (71.1°F), on average. Along with rising temperatures, there is a marginal increase in rainfall from the previous month, up to 64mm (2.52"), indicating the onset of a somewhat more humid climate.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
A noticeable change in weather distinguishes
October in
Houma. The transition from winter to summer gets underlined by a considerable increase in temperatures, touching maximums of 24.4°C (75.9°F). The longer daylight hours coupled with a sunshine duration of about 7.1 hours reflect the approaching summertime.
Weather in October »Weather in November
November amplifies the summer effect with temperatures ranging from 23.5°C (74.3°F) to 25.6°C (78.1°F). Despite the hot weather conditions, the rainfall and cloud coverage remain on the lower end compared to other months. A near-perfect balance between the 8.9 hours worth of sunshine and 13.1 hours of daylight makes for a clear day, most days of the month.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December experiences weather typical of a tropical summer with a high of 25.6°C (78.1°F) and a low of 24.9°C (76.8°F). Rainfall starts increasing and totals an average of 75mm (2.95"), setting the stage once more for a wet season.
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