Kasongo, DR Congo experiences average highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 15 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 0.7°C (1.3°F) across the available records.
Kasongo, DR Congo Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Kasongo, DR Congo. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Sep 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5/10
Best: June, July
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 30°C / 21°C
Feels Like 35°C / 24°C
Rainy Days 15
Rainfall 118 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 76%
Wind Speed 9 km/h
Dew Point 21°C
Hottest Month
34°C
July
Avg Low22°C
Rain1days
Coldest Month
21°C
November
Avg High28°C
Rain24days
Driest Month
1days
June
Avg High33°C
Avg Low22°C
Windiest Month
11 km/h
July (Gusts 29)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, March, April, October due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:19
Daylight 11.9h
Sunset 18:11
Live conditions—
Kasongo on the map · live conditions
Kasongo, DR Congo
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- DR Congo
- City
- Kasongo
- Population
- 81.6K
- Coordinates
- -4.43°, 26.67°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 20 days/mo
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 20 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 16 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 3 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: 29°C / 21°C . Feb: 30°C / 22°C . Mar: 30°C / 22°C . Apr: 29°C / 22°C . May: 31°C / 22°C . Jun: 33°C / 22°C . Jul: 34°C / 22°C . Aug: 33°C / 22°C . Sep: 31°C / 22°C . Oct: 30°C / 21°C . Nov: 28°C / 21°C . Dec: 28°C / 21°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 156 mm. Feb: 130 mm. Mar: 169 mm. Apr: 179 mm. May: 52 mm. Jun: 4 mm. Jul: 7 mm. Aug: 41 mm. Sep: 86 mm. Oct: 157 mm. Nov: 229 mm. Dec: 206 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 86%. Feb: 84%. Mar: 84%. Apr: 86%. May: 77%. Jun: 56%. Jul: 47%. Aug: 60%. Sep: 75%. Oct: 82%. Nov: 87%. Dec: 88%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 7 km/h . Feb: 8 km/h . Mar: 8 km/h . Apr: 8 km/h . May: 9 km/h . Jun: 10 km/h . Jul: 11 km/h . Aug: 10 km/h . Sep: 10 km/h . Oct: 9 km/h . Nov: 8 km/h . Dec: 7 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 9h. Apr: 9h. May: 10h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 8h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 7. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 8. Nov: UV 8. Dec: UV 7.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 0.7°C (1.3°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 22 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jun 2025 · 33°C | Jul · 34°C |
| Coldest month | Dec 2025 · 21°C | Nov · 21°C |
| Wettest month | Apr 2025 · 218 mm | Nov · 229 mm |
| Windiest month | Aug 2025 · 10 km/h | Jul · 11 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Poor March
Wet April
Wet May
Fair June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August
Fair September
Fair October
Wet November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 21°C | 34°C / 25°C | 20days (156 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 6.9 High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 30°C / 22°C | 35°C / 25°C | 15days (130 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 84% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| March | 30°C / 22°C | 35°C / 25°C | 19days (169 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 84% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 29°C / 22°C | 35°C / 25°C | 21days (179 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 31°C / 22°C | 35°C / 25°C | 9days (52 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 77% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| June best | 33°C / 22°C | 35°C / 23°C | 1days (4 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 56% Moderate | 7.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 34°C / 22°C | 35°C / 22°C | 1days (7 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 47% Moderate | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August | 33°C / 22°C | 35°C / 24°C | 7days (41 mm) Good | 10.5h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 8.4 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| September | 31°C / 22°C | 35°C / 25°C | 14days (86 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| October | 30°C / 21°C | 35°C / 25°C | 21days (157 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 82% Humid | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 28°C / 21°C | 34°C / 24°C | 24days (229 mm) Wet | 8.5h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 28°C / 21°C | 34°C / 25°C | 24days (206 mm) Wet | 8.2h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Kasongo are June, July, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Kasongo, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Kasongo is July, with average daytime highs of 34°C (93°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Kasongo is November, with average overnight lows of 21°C (70°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Kasongo is November, averaging 229mm of precipitation across 24 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Kasongo runs through November, December, April, October, with the heaviest rainfall in November. Based on 10-year averages for Kasongo.
Kasongo receives approximately 114 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Kasongo.
The least favorable months to visit Kasongo are January, March, April, October, primarily due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider June, July instead.
The annual average UV index in Kasongo is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Kasongo is 76%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Kasongo are 9 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is July with peak winds reaching 11 km/h (7 mph) (gusts up to 29 km/h / 18 mph).
Kasongo averages 2 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 71%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Kasongo is 21°C (70°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Kasongo 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 Kasongo ranges from 24°C (75°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 Kasongo. It earns a climate score of 7.7/10 with Excellent.
For June in Kasongo, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 33°C (91°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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