What’s the climate like in 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.
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.
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.
- Average yearly temperature: 32°C
- Highest temperature: 33°C in March, April and August
- Lowest temperature: 31°C in January, June, July, September, October and December
- Precipitation: 1529 mm per year, averaging 127 mm per month
- Driest months: 4,2 mm in July, 9,7 mm in June and 37 mm in September
- Wettest months: 257 mm in December, 255 mm in November and 183 mm in March
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Average Temperature per Month in Democratic Republic of the Congo
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Democratic Republic of the Congo
This graph shows how much rainfall Democratic Republic of the Congo gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Democratic Republic of the Congo
This graph 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.
Yearly Temperature in Democratic Republic of the Congo
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Democratic Republic of the Congo
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Democratic Republic of the Congo over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
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.
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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.— This text is automatically translated to English
There 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.— This text is automatically translated to English
Although the temperature was warm, around 30 degrees, it was very humid with frequent heavy rainfall. Despite the high temperatures, the sun rarely shone.— This text is automatically translated to English
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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.
