Bambari, Central African Republic experiences average highs of 33°C (91°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 12 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Bambari, Central African Republic Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Bambari, Central African Republic. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
4.6/10
Best: January, December
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 33°C / 23°C
Feels Like 36°C / 26°C
Rainy Days 12
Rainfall 84 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 64%
Wind Speed 10 km/h
Dew Point 20°C
Hottest Month
38°C
February
Avg Low25°C
Rain2days
Coldest Month
22°C
August
Avg High29°C
Rain22days
Driest Month
0days
January
Avg High37°C
Avg Low23°C
Windiest Month
13 km/h
March (Gusts 30)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March, April, May due to extreme heat, frequent rain, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:25
Daylight 12.5h
Sunset 17:53
Live conditions—
Bambari on the map · live conditions
Bambari, Central African Republic
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Central African Republic
- City
- Bambari
- Population
- 83K
- Coordinates
- 5.77°, 20.68°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 34°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 12 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 20 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 17 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 37°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 1 days/mo
2/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 37°C / 23°C . Feb: 38°C / 25°C . Mar: 36°C / 25°C . Apr: 34°C / 25°C . May: 32°C / 24°C . Jun: 30°C / 23°C . Jul: 29°C / 22°C . Aug: 29°C / 22°C . Sep: 30°C / 22°C . Oct: 30°C / 22°C . Nov: 32°C / 23°C . Dec: 35°C / 23°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 1 mm. Feb: 6 mm. Mar: 48 mm. Apr: 82 mm. May: 102 mm. Jun: 109 mm. Jul: 152 mm. Aug: 163 mm. Sep: 162 mm. Oct: 148 mm. Nov: 35 mm. Dec: 2 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 29%. Feb: 33%. Mar: 53%. Apr: 65%. May: 72%. Jun: 78%. Jul: 82%. Aug: 83%. Sep: 82%. Oct: 80%. Nov: 67%. Dec: 44%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 12 km/h . Feb: 12 km/h . Mar: 13 km/h . Apr: 13 km/h . May: 11 km/h . Jun: 9 km/h . Jul: 9 km/h . Aug: 9 km/h . Sep: 8 km/h . Oct: 8 km/h . Nov: 10 km/h . Dec: 11 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 8. Nov: UV 8. Dec: UV 8.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 14 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 38°C | Feb · 38°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 22°C | Aug · 22°C |
| Wettest month | Jul 2025 · 217 mm | Aug · 163 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 13 km/h | Mar · 13 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Good 
February
Fair March
Poor April
Poor May
Poor June
Fair July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Fair December best
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 37°C / 23°C | 37°C / 22°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 29% Comfortable | 8.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| February | 38°C / 25°C | 38°C / 25°C | 2days (6 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 33% Comfortable | 8.7 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| March | 36°C / 25°C | 39°C / 28°C | 9days (48 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 53% Moderate | 8.9 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| April | 34°C / 25°C | 38°C / 28°C | 12days (82 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| May | 32°C / 24°C | 37°C / 27°C | 15days (102 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 72% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| June | 30°C / 23°C | 35°C / 27°C | 16days (109 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 78% Humid | 7.2 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| July | 29°C / 22°C | 34°C / 26°C | 21days (152 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 82% Humid | 7.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 29°C / 22°C | 34°C / 25°C | 22days (163 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 83% Humid | 7.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 30°C / 22°C | 35°C / 26°C | 22days (162 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 82% Humid | 7.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 30°C / 22°C | 36°C / 26°C | 21days (148 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 80% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 32°C / 23°C | 37°C / 26°C | 7days (35 mm) Good | 10.6h Excellent | 67% Muggy | 7.5 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| December best | 35°C / 23°C | 37°C / 24°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 10.9h Excellent | 44% Moderate | 7.6 Very High | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Bambari are January, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Bambari, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Bambari is February, with average daytime highs of 38°C (100°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Bambari is August, with average overnight lows of 22°C (71°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Bambari is August, averaging 163mm of precipitation across 22 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Bambari runs through August, September, July, October, with the heaviest rainfall in August. Based on 10-year averages for Bambari.
Bambari receives approximately 121 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is December with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Bambari.
The least favorable months to visit Bambari are March, April, May, primarily due to extreme heat, frequent rain, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Bambari is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Bambari is 64%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Bambari are 10 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 13 km/h (8 mph) (gusts up to 30 km/h / 19 mph).
Bambari averages 2 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 65%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Bambari is 20°C (68°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Bambari has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Bambari ranges from 26°C (79°F) to 36°C (97°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Bambari, with a climate score of 4.5/10. Consider visiting during January, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Bambari, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 30°C (87°F) and 16 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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