Bunia, DR Congo experiences average highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 14 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have cooled by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records.
Bunia, DR Congo Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Bunia, 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
7.9/10
Best: January, February, June, December
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 27°C / 18°C
Feels Like 29°C / 20°C
Rainy Days 14
Rainfall 93 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 75%
Wind Speed 9 km/h
Dew Point 18°C
Hottest Month
29°C
February
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 5 days
Coldest Month
17°C
December
Avg High 27°C
Rain 9 days
Driest Month
3 days
January
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 18°C
Windiest Month
10 km/h
May (Gusts 33)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding April, August, September, October due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:59
Daylight 12.2h
Sunset 18:11
Live conditions —
Bunia on the map · live conditions
Bunia, DR Congo
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- DR Congo
- City
- Bunia
- Population
- 399.3K
- Coordinates
- 1.56°, 30.25°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 14 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 16 days/mo
1/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 20 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 6 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 28°C / 18°C . Feb: 29°C / 19°C . Mar: 28°C / 19°C . Apr: 27°C / 19°C . May: 26°C / 18°C . Jun: 26°C / 18°C . Jul: 26°C / 18°C . Aug: 26°C / 18°C . Sep: 26°C / 18°C . Oct: 26°C / 18°C . Nov: 25°C / 18°C . Dec: 27°C / 17°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 14 mm. Feb: 26 mm. Mar: 95 mm. Apr: 116 mm. May: 83 mm. Jun: 82 mm. Jul: 100 mm. Aug: 135 mm. Sep: 147 mm. Oct: 145 mm. Nov: 127 mm. Dec: 49 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 63%. Feb: 61%. Mar: 73%. Apr: 80%. May: 79%. Jun: 74%. Jul: 75%. Aug: 79%. Sep: 81%. Oct: 82%. Nov: 82%. Dec: 75%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 9 km/h . Feb: 9 km/h . Mar: 9 km/h . Apr: 9 km/h . May: 10 km/h . Jun: 9 km/h . Jul: 8 km/h . Aug: 8 km/h . Sep: 8 km/h . Oct: 8 km/h . Nov: 8 km/h . Dec: 8 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 11h.
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
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have cooled by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 20 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 | Aug 2025 · 17°C | Dec · 17°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 199 mm | Sep · 147 mm |
| Windiest month | May 2025 · 10 km/h | May · 10 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March
Good April
Good May
Good June best
Excellent July
Good August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Good December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 28°C / 18°C | 30°C / 19°C | 3days (14 mm) Excellent | 10.9h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 29°C / 19°C | 31°C / 20°C | 5days (26 mm) Good | 10.7h Excellent | 61% Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 28°C / 19°C | 31°C / 21°C | 13days (95 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April | 27°C / 19°C | 30°C / 21°C | 16days (116 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 80% Humid | 8.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| May | 26°C / 18°C | 29°C / 20°C | 14days (83 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 79% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| June best | 26°C / 18°C | 28°C / 20°C | 13days (82 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July | 26°C / 18°C | 28°C / 19°C | 16days (100 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| August | 26°C / 18°C | 29°C / 19°C | 20days (135 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 79% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 26°C / 18°C | 30°C / 20°C | 22days (147 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 81% Humid | 9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 26°C / 18°C | 29°C / 20°C | 22days (145 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 82% Humid | 8.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 25°C / 18°C | 29°C / 20°C | 16days (127 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 82% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| December best | 27°C / 17°C | 29°C / 19°C | 9days (49 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Bunia are January, February, June, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Bunia, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Bunia 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 Bunia is December, with average overnight lows of 17°C (63°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Bunia is September, averaging 147mm of precipitation across 22 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Bunia runs through September, October, August, April, with the heaviest rainfall in September. Based on 10-year averages for Bunia.
Bunia receives approximately 122 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is January with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Bunia.
The least favorable months to visit Bunia are April, August, September, October, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider January, February, June, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Bunia is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Bunia is 75%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Bunia are 9 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is May with peak winds reaching 10 km/h (6 mph) (gusts up to 33 km/h / 20 mph).
Bunia averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 71%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Bunia is 18°C (64°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Bunia 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 Bunia ranges from 20°C (68°F) to 29°C (84°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, July is a great time to visit Bunia. It earns a climate score of 7.9/10 with Good.
For July in Bunia, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 26°C (78°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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