Basoko, DR Congo experiences average highs of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 16 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Basoko, DR Congo Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Basoko, DR Congo. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Nov At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
3.6/10
Best: January, July, August, September, November
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 31°C / 24°C
Feels Like 37°C / 28°C
Rainy Days 16
Rainfall 93 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 79%
Wind Speed 8 km/h
Dew Point 23°C
Hottest Month
35°C
February
Avg Low25°C
Rain7days
Coldest Month
23°C
August
Avg High30°C
Rain21days
Driest Month
6days
January
Avg High34°C
Avg Low24°C
Windiest Month
11 km/h
February (Gusts 26)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding February, March, April, May due to extreme heat, frequent rain, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:22
Daylight 12.2h
Sunset 18:33
Live conditions—
Basoko on the map · live conditions
Basoko, DR Congo
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- DR Congo
- City
- Basoko
- Population
- 76.4K
- Coordinates
- 1.24°, 23.62°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 15 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 17 days/mo
2/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 21 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 8 days/mo
1/3 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: 34°C / 24°C . Feb: 35°C / 25°C . Mar: 34°C / 25°C . Apr: 32°C / 24°C . May: 31°C / 24°C . Jun: 31°C / 24°C . Jul: 30°C / 23°C . Aug: 30°C / 23°C . Sep: 30°C / 23°C . Oct: 30°C / 23°C . Nov: 30°C / 23°C . Dec: 32°C / 24°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 22 mm. Feb: 38 mm. Mar: 88 mm. Apr: 123 mm. May: 95 mm. Jun: 77 mm. Jul: 97 mm. Aug: 125 mm. Sep: 123 mm. Oct: 142 mm. Nov: 129 mm. Dec: 56 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 65%. Feb: 63%. Mar: 72%. Apr: 81%. May: 83%. Jun: 80%. Jul: 82%. Aug: 85%. Sep: 84%. Oct: 85%. Nov: 86%. Dec: 79%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 10 km/h . Feb: 11 km/h . Mar: 10 km/h . Apr: 9 km/h . May: 8 km/h . Jun: 7 km/h . Jul: 8 km/h . Aug: 8 km/h . Sep: 8 km/h . Oct: 7 km/h . Nov: 8 km/h . Dec: 9 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 10h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 9. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 8. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 8.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 13 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 35°C | Feb · 35°C |
| Coldest month | Jul 2025 · 23°C | Aug · 23°C |
| Wettest month | Jul 2025 · 156 mm | Oct · 142 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 11 km/h | Feb · 11 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Poor 
February
Poor March
Poor April
Poor May
Poor June
Poor July best
Fair August best
Wet September best
Wet October
Wet November best
Wet December
Poor | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 34°C / 24°C | 38°C / 28°C | 6days (22 mm) Good | 10.7h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| February | 35°C / 25°C | 39°C / 28°C | 7days (38 mm) Good | 10.5h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| March | 34°C / 25°C | 39°C / 29°C | 13days (88 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| April | 32°C / 24°C | 37°C / 29°C | 16days (123 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 81% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| May | 31°C / 24°C | 37°C / 29°C | 17days (95 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 83% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| June | 31°C / 24°C | 36°C / 28°C | 14days (77 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 80% Humid | 7.3 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| July best | 30°C / 23°C | 35°C / 27°C | 16days (97 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 82% Humid | 7.5 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| August best | 30°C / 23°C | 35°C / 27°C | 21days (125 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 85% Humid | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September best | 30°C / 23°C | 36°C / 28°C | 21days (123 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 84% Humid | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 30°C / 23°C | 36°C / 28°C | 23days (142 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 85% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November best | 30°C / 23°C | 35°C / 28°C | 20days (129 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 32°C / 24°C | 37°C / 28°C | 12days (56 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 79% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Basoko are January, July, August, September, November, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Basoko, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Basoko is February, with average daytime highs of 35°C (94°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Basoko is August, with average overnight lows of 23°C (73°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Basoko is October, averaging 142mm of precipitation across 23 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Basoko runs through October, August, September, November, with the heaviest rainfall in October. Based on 10-year averages for Basoko.
Basoko receives approximately 118 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is January with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Basoko.
The least favorable months to visit Basoko are February, March, April, May, primarily due to extreme heat, frequent rain, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, July, August, September, November instead.
The annual average UV index in Basoko is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Basoko is 79%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Basoko are 8 km/h (5 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 11 km/h (7 mph) (gusts up to 26 km/h / 16 mph).
Basoko averages 0 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 74%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Basoko is 23°C (73°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Basoko 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 Basoko ranges from 28°C (82°F) to 37°C (99°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 Basoko, with a climate score of 4/10. Consider visiting during January, July, August, September, November instead for better conditions.
For June in Basoko, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 31°C (88°F) and 14 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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