Kimpese, DR Congo experiences average highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 13 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Kimpese, DR Congo Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Kimpese, 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
5.4/10
Best: June, July, August, September
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 30°C / 22°C
Feels Like 34°C / 25°C
Rainy Days 13
Rainfall 94 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 81%
Wind Speed 9 km/h
Dew Point 22°C
Hottest Month
31°C
March
Avg Low23°C
Rain16days
Coldest Month
19°C
July
Avg High29°C
Rain0days
Driest Month
0days
June
Avg High30°C
Avg Low21°C
Windiest Month
11 km/h
August (Gusts 28)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, April, November, December due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:10
Daylight 11.8h
Sunset 17:58
Live conditions—
Kimpese on the map · live conditions
Kimpese, DR Congo
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- DR Congo
- City
- Kimpese
- Population
- 79.5K
- Coordinates
- -5.56°, 14.43°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 14 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 21 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 16 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 0 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 / 22°C . Feb: 31°C / 23°C . Mar: 31°C / 23°C . Apr: 30°C / 23°C . May: 30°C / 23°C . Jun: 30°C / 21°C . Jul: 29°C / 19°C . Aug: 29°C / 19°C . Sep: 30°C / 21°C . Oct: 30°C / 22°C . Nov: 30°C / 22°C . Dec: 30°C / 22°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 137 mm. Feb: 126 mm. Mar: 118 mm. Apr: 165 mm. May: 62 mm. Jun: 2 mm. Jul: 0 mm. Aug: 5 mm. Sep: 12 mm. Oct: 80 mm. Nov: 220 mm. Dec: 200 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 85%. Feb: 84%. Mar: 84%. Apr: 87%. May: 83%. Jun: 75%. Jul: 73%. Aug: 73%. Sep: 74%. Oct: 78%. Nov: 86%. Dec: 86%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 8 km/h . Feb: 8 km/h . Mar: 8 km/h . Apr: 7 km/h . May: 8 km/h . Jun: 9 km/h . Jul: 10 km/h . Aug: 11 km/h . Sep: 11 km/h . Oct: 10 km/h . Nov: 8 km/h . Dec: 8 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 9h. Apr: 9h. May: 9h. Jun: 9h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 8h. Sep: 7h. Oct: 8h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 9h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 8.
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 has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Mar 2025 · 31°C | Mar · 31°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 18°C | Jul · 19°C |
| Wettest month | Nov 2025 · 219 mm | Nov · 220 mm |
| Windiest month | Sep 2025 · 11 km/h | Aug · 11 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Poor March
Poor April
Wet May
Fair 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 / 22°C | 35°C / 27°C | 20days (137 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 85% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 31°C / 23°C | 37°C / 27°C | 17days (126 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 84% Humid | 8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| March | 31°C / 23°C | 37°C / 27°C | 16days (118 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 84% Humid | 8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| April | 30°C / 23°C | 36°C / 27°C | 21days (165 mm) Wet | 8.5h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 30°C / 23°C | 35°C / 27°C | 11days (62 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 83% Humid | 7.3 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| June best | 30°C / 21°C | 33°C / 23°C | 0days (2 mm) Excellent | 9.1h Good | 75% Muggy | 6.9 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 29°C / 19°C | 32°C / 21°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 8.9h Good | 73% Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 29°C / 19°C | 31°C / 22°C | 1days (5 mm) Excellent | 7.6h Good | 73% Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 30°C / 21°C | 33°C / 24°C | 3days (12 mm) Excellent | 7.4h Good | 74% Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| October | 30°C / 22°C | 35°C / 26°C | 13days (80 mm) Wet | 8h Good | 78% Humid | 7.4 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| November | 30°C / 22°C | 35°C / 27°C | 26days (220 mm) Wet | 8.4h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 30°C / 22°C | 35°C / 27°C | 25days (200 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Kimpese are June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Kimpese, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Kimpese is March, with average daytime highs of 31°C (87°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Kimpese is July, with average overnight lows of 19°C (66°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Kimpese is November, averaging 220mm of precipitation across 26 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Kimpese runs through November, December, April, January, with the heaviest rainfall in November. Based on 10-year averages for Kimpese.
Kimpese receives approximately 103 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is January with around 9 hours. Based on climate data for Kimpese.
The least favorable months to visit Kimpese are January, April, November, December, 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 Kimpese is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Kimpese is 81%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Average wind speeds in Kimpese are 9 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is August with peak winds reaching 11 km/h (7 mph) (gusts up to 28 km/h / 17 mph).
Kimpese averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 76%. The clearest skies occur in June.
The annual average dew point in Kimpese is 22°C (72°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Kimpese 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 Kimpese ranges from 25°C (77°F) to 34°C (93°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 Kimpese. It earns a climate score of 7.9/10 with Excellent.
For June in Kimpese, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 30°C (86°F) and 0 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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