Boma, DR Congo experiences average highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 13 rainy days per month. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Boma, DR Congo Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Boma, DR Congo. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: May–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
4.2/10
Best: June, July, August, September
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 30°C / 23°C
Feels Like 35°C / 27°C
Rainy Days 13
Rainfall 103 mm
Sunshine 7 h
Humidity 84%
Wind Speed 9 km/h
Dew Point 23°C
Hottest Month
31°C
March
Avg Low24°C
Rain18days
Coldest Month
19°C
July
Avg High28°C
Rain0days
Driest Month
0days
July
Avg High28°C
Avg Low19°C
Windiest Month
11 km/h
October (Gusts 28)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, April, November due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:16
Daylight 11.8h
Sunset 18:03
Live conditions—
Boma on the map · live conditions
Boma, DR Congo
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- DR Congo
- City
- Boma
- Population
- 297K
- Coordinates
- -5.85°, 13.05°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 13 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 21 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 16 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 1 days/mo
3/3 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: 30°C / 24°C . Feb: 31°C / 24°C . Mar: 31°C / 24°C . Apr: 31°C / 24°C . May: 30°C / 24°C . Jun: 29°C / 21°C . Jul: 28°C / 19°C . Aug: 28°C / 20°C . Sep: 29°C / 21°C . Oct: 30°C / 23°C . Nov: 30°C / 24°C . Dec: 30°C / 24°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 182 mm. Feb: 151 mm. Mar: 137 mm. Apr: 198 mm. May: 59 mm. Jun: 5 mm. Jul: 4 mm. Aug: 8 mm. Sep: 16 mm. Oct: 64 mm. Nov: 198 mm. Dec: 218 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 87%. Feb: 87%. Mar: 86%. Apr: 87%. May: 86%. Jun: 82%. Jul: 81%. Aug: 80%. Sep: 81%. Oct: 81%. Nov: 86%. Dec: 88%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 9 km/h . Feb: 9 km/h . Mar: 9 km/h . Apr: 9 km/h . May: 9 km/h . Jun: 9 km/h . Jul: 9 km/h . Aug: 10 km/h . Sep: 11 km/h . Oct: 11 km/h . Nov: 10 km/h . Dec: 9 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 9h. Apr: 8h. May: 8h. Jun: 7h. Jul: 6h. Aug: 5h. Sep: 4h. Oct: 7h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 8h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 7.
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 28 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 31°C | Mar · 31°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 18°C | Jul · 19°C |
| Wettest month | Jan 2025 · 246 mm | Dec · 218 mm |
| Windiest month | Oct 2025 · 11 km/h | Oct · 11 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Wet March
Wet April
Wet May
Poor June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Good October
Fair November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 24°C | 36°C / 29°C | 21days (182 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 31°C / 24°C | 38°C / 30°C | 19days (151 mm) Wet | 8.6h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 31°C / 24°C | 38°C / 30°C | 18days (137 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 31°C / 24°C | 37°C / 30°C | 20days (198 mm) Wet | 8.2h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 30°C / 24°C | 36°C / 29°C | 10days (59 mm) Wet | 8h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.1 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| June best | 29°C / 21°C | 32°C / 25°C | 1days (5 mm) Excellent | 7h Good | 82% Humid | 6.7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 28°C / 19°C | 30°C / 22°C | 0days (4 mm) Excellent | 5.8h Fair | 81% Humid | 7.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 28°C / 20°C | 30°C / 23°C | 1days (8 mm) Excellent | 4.5h Fair | 80% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 29°C / 21°C | 32°C / 25°C | 4days (16 mm) Good | 4.3h Fair | 81% Humid | 7.5 Very High | Good | View Details |
| October | 30°C / 23°C | 34°C / 28°C | 12days (64 mm) Wet | 6.5h Fair | 81% Humid | 7.2 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| November | 30°C / 24°C | 36°C / 29°C | 24days (198 mm) Wet | 8.1h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 30°C / 24°C | 36°C / 29°C | 24days (218 mm) Wet | 8.3h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Boma are June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Boma, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Boma is March, with average daytime highs of 31°C (88°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Boma is July, with average overnight lows of 19°C (67°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Boma is December, averaging 218mm of precipitation across 24 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Boma runs through November, December, January, April, with the heaviest rainfall in November. Based on 10-year averages for Boma.
Boma receives approximately 87 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is March with around 9 hours. Based on climate data for Boma.
The least favorable months to visit Boma are January, February, April, November, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Boma is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Boma is 84%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Average wind speeds in Boma are 9 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is October with peak winds reaching 11 km/h (7 mph) (gusts up to 28 km/h / 17 mph).
Boma averages 0 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 80%. The clearest skies occur in June.
The annual average dew point in Boma 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.
Boma 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 Boma ranges from 27°C (81°F) to 35°C (95°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Boma. It earns a climate score of 7.7/10 with Excellent.
For June in Boma, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 29°C (84°F) and 1 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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