The climate of Democratic Republic of the Congo
The current climate in Democratic Republic of the Congo features temperatures ranging from a high of 33°C to a low of 31°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 32°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 21°C and in the warmer months around 23°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Democratic Republic of the Congo in recent years was 41°C in August 2022. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 22°C in January 2018.
Rainfall amount
On average, Democratic Republic of the Congo receives 1529 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate in Democratic Republic of the Congo is based on weather data from Kinshasa. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Democratic Republic of the Congo to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Democratic Republic of the Congo?
The best time to visit Democratic Republic of the Congo for sunny weather is May through September. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Democratic Republic of the Congo. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Democratic Republic of the Congo
The climate table of Democratic Republic of the Congo shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 31 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 33 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 31 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 23 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 121 | 178 | 183 | 182 | 102 | 9,7 | 4,2 | 48 | 37 | 152 | 255 | 257 |
| UV Index | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 7 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Democratic Republic of the Congo
Yearly Temperature in Democratic Republic of the Congo
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Democratic Republic of the Congo. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Democratic Republic of the Congo
Total Yearly Precipitation in Democratic Republic of the Congo
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Democratic Republic of the Congo
Weather experiences in Democratic Republic of the Congo
The weather in Democratic Republic of the Congo is rated an average of 3,3 out of 5 stars by 3 visitors. Have you been to Democratic Republic of the Congo? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Wijnand
Congo-Kinshasa experienced hot, humid days with frequent rain in November. Brilliant sunshine followed by sudden showers. Not ideal for outdoor activities, but heat was to be expected.
VeerleThere were many warm days with average temperatures around 30 degrees. Rain showers were brief but strong and brought a refreshing change. However, these showers can cause unexpected disruptions.
JipAlthough the temperature was warm, around 30 degrees, it was very humid with frequent heavy rainfall. Despite the high temperatures, the sun rarely shone.
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Average weather in Democratic Republic of the Congo by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Democratic Republic of the Congo. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.