Katanda, DR Congo experiences average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 6 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Katanda, DR Congo Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Katanda, DR Congo. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Dec 
Wetter season: Jan–Nov At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
8.3/10
Best: June, July, August, December
UV Index
9
High
Temperature 29°C / 19°C
Feels Like 31°C / 21°C
Rainy Days 6
Rainfall 45 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 64%
Wind Speed 10 km/h
Dew Point 17°C
Hottest Month
31°C
February
Avg Low20°C
Rain4days
Coldest Month
19°C
November
Avg High28°C
Rain9days
Driest Month
3days
June
Avg High29°C
Avg Low19°C
Windiest Month
11 km/h
December (Gusts 37)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, March, April due to less favorable weather conditions.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:02
Daylight 12.1h
Sunset 18:07
Live conditions—
Katanda on the map · live conditions
Katanda, DR Congo
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- DR Congo
- City
- Katanda
- Population
- 42.1K
- Coordinates
- -0.83°, 29.36°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 8 days/mo
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 6 days/mo
1/3 best months
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 8 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 3 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 / 19°C . Feb: 31°C / 20°C . Mar: 30°C / 20°C . Apr: 28°C / 20°C . May: 28°C / 20°C . Jun: 29°C / 19°C . Jul: 29°C / 19°C . Aug: 29°C / 19°C . Sep: 29°C / 19°C . Oct: 29°C / 19°C . Nov: 28°C / 19°C . Dec: 29°C / 19°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 72 mm. Feb: 30 mm. Mar: 64 mm. Apr: 79 mm. May: 46 mm. Jun: 17 mm. Jul: 12 mm. Aug: 20 mm. Sep: 37 mm. Oct: 56 mm. Nov: 53 mm. Dec: 52 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 57%. Feb: 56%. Mar: 64%. Apr: 72%. May: 72%. Jun: 62%. Jul: 58%. Aug: 62%. Sep: 66%. Oct: 68%. Nov: 71%. Dec: 64%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 10 km/h . Feb: 11 km/h . Mar: 11 km/h . Apr: 10 km/h . May: 10 km/h . Jun: 9 km/h . Jul: 8 km/h . Aug: 9 km/h . Sep: 10 km/h . Oct: 11 km/h . Nov: 11 km/h . Dec: 11 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 9h. May: 10h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 10h. 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 9. Dec: UV 9.
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 has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 32°C | Feb · 31°C |
| Coldest month | Dec 2025 · 19°C | Nov · 19°C |
| Wettest month | Mar 2025 · 125 mm | Apr · 79 mm |
| Windiest month | Nov 2025 · 13 km/h | Dec · 11 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March
Good April
Good May
Good June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September
Good October
Good November
Good December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 19°C | 32°C / 21°C | 7days (72 mm) Good | 10.6h Excellent | 57% Moderate | 8.6 Very High | Good | View Details |
| February | 31°C / 20°C | 33°C / 22°C | 4days (30 mm) Good | 10.4h Excellent | 56% Moderate | 9.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| March | 30°C / 20°C | 32°C / 22°C | 8days (64 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 64% Muggy | 9.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April | 28°C / 20°C | 31°C / 22°C | 10days (79 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 72% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| May | 28°C / 20°C | 31°C / 22°C | 6days (46 mm) Good | 10.3h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 8.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| June best | 29°C / 19°C | 30°C / 21°C | 3days (17 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 29°C / 19°C | 30°C / 21°C | 3days (12 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 58% Moderate | 8.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 29°C / 19°C | 31°C / 21°C | 4days (20 mm) Good | 10.4h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September | 29°C / 19°C | 31°C / 21°C | 6days (37 mm) Good | 10.1h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 9.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| October | 29°C / 19°C | 31°C / 21°C | 9days (56 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 68% Muggy | 9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| November | 28°C / 19°C | 30°C / 21°C | 9days (53 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 71% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Good | View Details |
| December best | 29°C / 19°C | 31°C / 21°C | 6days (52 mm) Good | 10.4h Excellent | 64% Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Katanda are June, July, August, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Katanda, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Katanda is February, 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 Katanda is November, with average overnight lows of 19°C (66°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Katanda is April, averaging 79mm of precipitation across 10 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Katanda receives approximately 122 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is January with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Katanda.
The least favorable months to visit Katanda are January, February, March, April, primarily due to less favorable weather conditions. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Katanda is 9, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Katanda is 64%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Katanda are 10 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is December with peak winds reaching 11 km/h (7 mph) (gusts up to 37 km/h / 23 mph).
Katanda averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 72%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Katanda is 17°C (63°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Katanda has a Hot Semi-Arid climate, classified as BSh under the Köppen system. Arid climates have very low rainfall relative to temperature, with large swings between daytime heat and cool nights.
The 'feels like' temperature in Katanda ranges from 21°C (70°F) to 31°C (88°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Katanda. It earns a climate score of 9.5/10 with Excellent.
For June in Katanda, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 29°C (84°F) and 3 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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