Buta, DR Congo experiences average highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 13 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 warmed by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records.
Buta, DR Congo Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Buta, DR Congo. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Aug–Nov At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
4.2/10
Best: January, June, December
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 32°C / 23°C
Feels Like 37°C / 26°C
Rainy Days 13
Rainfall 82 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 77%
Wind Speed 8 km/h
Dew Point 23°C
Hottest Month
36°C
February
Avg Low24°C
Rain4days
Coldest Month
22°C
August
Avg High30°C
Rain19days
Driest Month
3days
January
Avg High36°C
Avg Low23°C
Windiest Month
10 km/h
March (Gusts 27)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March, April, May due to extreme heat, frequent rain, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:14
Daylight 12.3h
Sunset 18:31
Live conditions—
Buta on the map · live conditions
Buta, DR Congo
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- DR Congo
- City
- Buta
- Population
- 80.8K
- Coordinates
- 2.79°, 24.73°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 14 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 16 days/mo
1/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 19 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 35°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 4 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: 36°C / 23°C . Feb: 36°C / 24°C . Mar: 34°C / 24°C . Apr: 32°C / 23°C . May: 31°C / 23°C . Jun: 31°C / 22°C . Jul: 30°C / 22°C . Aug: 30°C / 22°C . Sep: 30°C / 22°C . Oct: 30°C / 22°C . Nov: 30°C / 22°C . Dec: 33°C / 22°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 12 mm. Feb: 25 mm. Mar: 82 mm. Apr: 107 mm. May: 102 mm. Jun: 76 mm. Jul: 79 mm. Aug: 118 mm. Sep: 111 mm. Oct: 137 mm. Nov: 108 mm. Dec: 25 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 54%. Feb: 53%. Mar: 69%. Apr: 80%. May: 82%. Jun: 82%. Jul: 83%. Aug: 85%. Sep: 86%. Oct: 87%. Nov: 85%. Dec: 72%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 10 km/h . Feb: 10 km/h . Mar: 10 km/h . Apr: 9 km/h . May: 8 km/h . Jun: 7 km/h . Jul: 7 km/h . Aug: 7 km/h . Sep: 7 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: 9h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 10h.
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 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 Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 19 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 37°C | Feb · 36°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 21°C | Aug · 22°C |
| Wettest month | Oct 2025 · 164 mm | Oct · 137 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 11 km/h | Mar · 10 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Fair 
February
Poor March
Poor April
Poor May
Poor June best
Fair July
Fair August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Poor December best
Fair | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 36°C / 23°C | 38°C / 25°C | 3days (12 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 54% Moderate | 8.4 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| February | 36°C / 24°C | 39°C / 26°C | 4days (25 mm) Good | 10.5h Excellent | 53% Moderate | 8.9 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| March | 34°C / 24°C | 39°C / 27°C | 11days (82 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 9 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| April | 32°C / 23°C | 38°C / 27°C | 15days (107 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 80% Humid | 8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| May | 31°C / 23°C | 37°C / 28°C | 15days (102 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 82% Humid | 7.7 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| June best | 31°C / 22°C | 36°C / 27°C | 13days (76 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 82% Humid | 7.4 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| July | 30°C / 22°C | 35°C / 26°C | 15days (79 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 83% Humid | 7.5 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| August | 30°C / 22°C | 35°C / 26°C | 19days (118 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 85% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 30°C / 22°C | 36°C / 26°C | 19days (111 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 30°C / 22°C | 36°C / 26°C | 22days (137 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 30°C / 22°C | 36°C / 26°C | 17days (108 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 85% Humid | 7.3 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| December best | 33°C / 22°C | 37°C / 26°C | 5days (25 mm) Good | 10.4h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Buta are January, June, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Buta, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Buta is February, with average daytime highs of 36°C (97°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Buta 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 Buta is October, averaging 137mm of precipitation across 22 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Buta runs through October, August, September, November, with the heaviest rainfall in October. Based on 10-year averages for Buta.
Buta receives approximately 116 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is January with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Buta.
The least favorable months to visit Buta are March, April, May, primarily due to extreme heat, frequent rain, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, June, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Buta is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Buta is 77%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Buta are 8 km/h (5 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 10 km/h (6 mph) (gusts up to 27 km/h / 16 mph).
Buta averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 73%. The clearest skies occur in February.
The annual average dew point in Buta 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.
Buta 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 Buta ranges from 26°C (79°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 Buta, with a climate score of 5/10. Consider visiting during January, June, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Buta, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat. With average highs of 31°C (88°F) and 13 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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