Beni, DR Congo experiences average highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 16°C (61°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 23 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 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.
Beni, DR Congo Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Beni, DR Congo. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Apr–Nov At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.1/10
Best: January, February
UV Index
9
High
Temperature 26°C / 16°C
Feels Like 29°C / 18°C
Rainy Days 23
Rainfall 421 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 82%
Wind Speed 7 km/h
Dew Point 18°C
Hottest Month
29°C
February
Avg Low17°C
Rain7days
Coldest Month
16°C
December
Avg High26°C
Rain18days
Driest Month
5days
January
Avg High28°C
Avg Low17°C
Windiest Month
8 km/h
February (Gusts 28)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March, April, May, August due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:59
Daylight 12.1h
Sunset 18:08
Live conditions—
Beni on the map · live conditions
Beni, DR Congo
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- DR Congo
- City
- Beni
- Population
- 140.7K
- Coordinates
- 0.49°, 29.47°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 26 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 25 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 29 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 10 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: 28°C / 17°C . Feb: 29°C / 17°C . Mar: 28°C / 17°C . Apr: 27°C / 17°C . May: 26°C / 17°C . Jun: 25°C / 16°C . Jul: 25°C / 16°C . Aug: 25°C / 16°C . Sep: 25°C / 16°C . Oct: 25°C / 16°C . Nov: 25°C / 16°C . Dec: 26°C / 16°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 50 mm. Feb: 93 mm. Mar: 309 mm. Apr: 538 mm. May: 635 mm. Jun: 433 mm. Jul: 344 mm. Aug: 466 mm. Sep: 633 mm. Oct: 669 mm. Nov: 596 mm. Dec: 285 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 66%. Feb: 64%. Mar: 78%. Apr: 86%. May: 87%. Jun: 86%. Jul: 85%. Aug: 87%. Sep: 89%. Oct: 89%. Nov: 89%. Dec: 80%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 8 km/h . Feb: 8 km/h . Mar: 7 km/h . Apr: 7 km/h . May: 7 km/h . Jun: 6 km/h . Jul: 6 km/h . Aug: 6 km/h . Sep: 6 km/h . Oct: 6 km/h . Nov: 6 km/h . Dec: 7 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 9h. Apr: 8h. May: 9h. Jun: 9h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 8h. Oct: 8h. Nov: 8h. 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 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 9. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 9. 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 wetter by about 28 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 30°C | Feb · 29°C |
| Coldest month | Nov 2025 · 16°C | Dec · 16°C |
| Wettest month | May 2025 · 723 mm | Oct · 669 mm |
| Windiest month | Jan 2025 · 8 km/h | Feb · 8 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 28°C / 17°C | 29°C / 17°C | 5days (50 mm) Good | 10.2h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 29°C / 17°C | 31°C / 18°C | 7days (93 mm) Good | 9.7h Good | 64% Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 28°C / 17°C | 31°C / 19°C | 22days (309 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 78% Humid | 9.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 27°C / 17°C | 31°C / 19°C | 28days (538 mm) Wet | 8h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 26°C / 17°C | 30°C / 19°C | 29days (635 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 25°C / 16°C | 29°C / 18°C | 23days (433 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 25°C / 16°C | 28°C / 18°C | 24days (344 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 85% Humid | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 25°C / 16°C | 29°C / 18°C | 27days (466 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 25°C / 16°C | 29°C / 18°C | 29days (633 mm) Wet | 8.3h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 9.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 25°C / 16°C | 29°C / 18°C | 30days (669 mm) Wet | 8.3h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 25°C / 16°C | 29°C / 18°C | 28days (596 mm) Wet | 8.4h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 26°C / 16°C | 29°C / 17°C | 18days (285 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 80% Humid | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Beni are January, February, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Beni, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Beni is February, with average daytime highs of 29°C (84°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Beni is December, with average overnight lows of 16°C (61°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Beni is October, averaging 669mm of precipitation across 30 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Beni runs through October, May, September, April, with the heaviest rainfall in October. Based on 10-year averages for Beni.
Beni receives approximately 107 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is January with around 10 hours. Based on climate data for Beni.
The least favorable months to visit Beni are March, April, May, August, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider January, February instead.
The annual average UV index in Beni is 9, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Beni is 82%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Average wind speeds in Beni are 7 km/h (4 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 8 km/h (5 mph) (gusts up to 28 km/h / 17 mph).
Beni averages 0 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 77%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Beni is 18°C (64°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Beni 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 Beni ranges from 18°C (64°F) to 29°C (84°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 Beni, with a climate score of 7.1/10. Consider visiting during January, February instead for better conditions.
For June in Beni, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 25°C (78°F) and 23 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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