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Park climate1991–2020 climate normals217 m source elevationNASA POWER

Analyzing temperature, precipitation, wind, and daylight cycles through the calendar year

Long-Term Monthly Climate Normals and Atmospheric Patterns for Pendjari National Park

Review long-term climate normals for Pendjari National Park, including average minimum and maximum temperatures, daily precipitation rates, relative humidity, wind speed, and daylight hours. These monthly measurements provide a representative atmospheric profile for a single sampled coordinate from 1991 to 2020. Data values offer a precise reference for comparing annual cycles rather than predicting current weather or site-wide conditions.

Annual climate pattern

Tracing monthly thermal variations alongside the timing of average daily precipitation rates

Annual Temperature and Precipitation Patterns in Pendjari National Park

Average maximum temperatures reach their peak in March and April above 41 degrees Celsius, while average minimum temperatures drop to their lowest levels around 13 degrees Celsius in December and January. Average daily precipitation values rise through the mid year period to peak in August, summarizing historical climatology normals from the 1991 to 2020 period.
Mean temperatureAverage minimum–maximum rangePrecipitation
Temperature (°C)PrecipitationUp to 8.8 mm/day10°15°20°25°30°35°40°45°25°28°31°31°30°28°26°26°26°27°27°25°012345678900.10.41.83.55.16.98.86.42.60.20JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Annual mean
27.5 °C
Warmest month
April
Coolest month
December
Wettest month
August
Twelve-month climate

Compare average monthly temperatures, daily precipitation rates, and daylight patterns across Benin's protected terrain.

Pendjari National Park Weather by Month and Long-Term Climatological Normals

Comparing twelve months of historical data from the 1991 to 2020 climatology period at a representative coordinate highlights the distinct cycles of average temperature bounds, average daily precipitation rates, and relative humidity. Examining monthly variations alongside wind speed and calculated average daylight hours offers a detailed picture of long-term cycles across the protected terrain of Benin.
Mean temperaturePrecipitationHumidityWind speedDaylight
January25 °C13.5° to 37.8°0 mm/day29%4 m/s11.4 hours
February28.1 °C16.4° to 40.5°0.1 mm/day25.7%4 m/s11.7 hours
March31.1 °C19.6° to 42.2°0.4 mm/day34%3.4 m/s11.9 hours
April31.4 °C22.8° to 41.8°1.8 mm/day52.4%3.8 m/s12.3 hours
May29.7 °C23.4° to 39°3.5 mm/day65.4%3.7 m/s12.5 hours
June27.9 °C22.2° to 36.4°5.1 mm/day73.4%3.3 m/s12.6 hours
July26.4 °C21.4° to 33.3°6.9 mm/day80.4%2.9 m/s12.6 hours
August25.7 °C21.1° to 31.7°8.8 mm/day84.5%2.6 m/s12.4 hours
September26.2 °C21.1° to 32.7°6.4 mm/day82.6%2.2 m/s12.1 hours
October27 °C20.1° to 35°2.6 mm/day74.8%2.2 m/s11.7 hours
November26.6 °C16.5° to 36.4°0.2 mm/day53.2%2.6 m/s11.5 hours
December24.9 °C13.6° to 36.5°0 mm/day38.4%3.6 m/s11.4 hours
Calculated climate highlights

Long term monthly averages mapping annual variations in temperature, precipitation, and wind

Average Monthly Climate Highlights and Seasonal Contrasts in Pendjari National Park

Long term climatology data for a representative coordinate in Pendjari National Park show how average temperatures, daily precipitation rates, humidity, and daylight duration vary throughout the year. Comparing these monthly calculations, such as the warmest mean in April and the wettest period in August, establishes a helpful seasonal baseline distinct from localized weather records.
Warmest month
April31.4 °C
Coolest month
December24.9 °C
Wettest month
August8.8 mm/day
Driest month
December0 mm/day
Most humid month
August84.5%
Windiest month
January4 m/s
Longest daylight
June12.6 hours

Interactive climate map

Compare National Park Climate Data Through an Interactive Global Map

Visit the MoriAtlas climate map to compare long-term monthly temperature and precipitation metrics across national parks. This visual interface helps you understand seasonal variations at specific protected area coordinates to deepen your knowledge of global park geography and environmental characteristics.

Global National Park Climate Map
Other park climates

Contrast long-term temperature and precipitation records across different regional reserves

Compare the Monthly Climate of Pendjari National Park with Other Protected Areas

Browsing the monthly climate normals of other protected areas in Benin and the surrounding regions helps clarify the diverse atmospheric patterns of West Africa. Standardized metrics for precipitation, temperature, humidity, and wind highlight the environmental contrasts between the savanna of Pendjari National Park and other geographic zones.
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Delve deeper into the mapped geography and conservation significance of Pendjari National Park, Benin's premier protected landscape. Understanding its place within the broader West African atlas provides crucial context for its diverse terrain and protected-area identity. Continue your discovery of this vital wilderness area and its unique role in regional natural landscapes.