Lusambo, 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 14 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Lusambo, DR Congo Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Lusambo, 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
4.3/10
Best: June, July
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 32°C / 23°C
Feels Like 37°C / 26°C
Rainy Days 14
Rainfall 92 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 75%
Wind Speed 9 km/h
Dew Point 22°C
Hottest Month
35°C
July
Avg Low22°C
Rain1days
Coldest Month
22°C
July
Avg High35°C
Rain1days
Driest Month
1days
June
Avg High34°C
Avg Low22°C
Windiest Month
10 km/h
July (Gusts 25)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March, April, October due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:33
Daylight 11.8h
Sunset 18:23
Live conditions—
Lusambo on the map · live conditions
Lusambo, DR Congo
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- DR Congo
- City
- Lusambo
- Population
- 49.4K
- Coordinates
- -4.98°, 23.44°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 19 days/mo
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 17 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 16 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 34°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: 31°C / 23°C . Feb: 32°C / 23°C . Mar: 32°C / 23°C . Apr: 31°C / 23°C . May: 32°C / 23°C . Jun: 34°C / 22°C . Jul: 35°C / 22°C . Aug: 34°C / 23°C . Sep: 33°C / 23°C . Oct: 32°C / 23°C . Nov: 30°C / 22°C . Dec: 30°C / 22°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 95 mm. Feb: 80 mm. Mar: 145 mm. Apr: 154 mm. May: 55 mm. Jun: 3 mm. Jul: 3 mm. Aug: 37 mm. Sep: 93 mm. Oct: 124 mm. Nov: 171 mm. Dec: 147 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 84%. Feb: 80%. Mar: 81%. Apr: 86%. May: 77%. Jun: 55%. Jul: 48%. Aug: 61%. Sep: 75%. Oct: 79%. Nov: 85%. Dec: 87%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 8 km/h . Feb: 8 km/h . Mar: 8 km/h . Apr: 8 km/h . May: 9 km/h . Jun: 10 km/h . Jul: 10 km/h . Aug: 10 km/h . Sep: 9 km/h . Oct: 9 km/h . Nov: 7 km/h . Dec: 7 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 9h. May: 10h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 9h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 7. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 8. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 7.
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 is trending drier by about 16 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Aug 2025 · 35°C | Jul · 35°C |
| Coldest month | Jul 2025 · 22°C | Jul · 22°C |
| Wettest month | Apr 2025 · 203 mm | Nov · 171 mm |
| Windiest month | Aug 2025 · 10 km/h | Jul · 10 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Poor March
Wet April
Wet May
Fair June best
Good July best
Good August
Fair September
Poor October
Wet November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C / 23°C | 36°C / 27°C | 18days (95 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 84% Humid | 7.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 32°C / 23°C | 38°C / 27°C | 13days (80 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 80% Humid | 7.7 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| March | 32°C / 23°C | 38°C / 27°C | 18days (145 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 81% Humid | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 31°C / 23°C | 37°C / 27°C | 21days (154 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 32°C / 23°C | 37°C / 27°C | 9days (55 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 77% Humid | 7.4 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| June best | 34°C / 22°C | 36°C / 24°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 55% Moderate | 7.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| July best | 35°C / 22°C | 36°C / 23°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 48% Moderate | 7.6 Very High | Good | View Details |
| August | 34°C / 23°C | 37°C / 25°C | 7days (37 mm) Good | 10.6h Excellent | 61% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| September | 33°C / 23°C | 37°C / 26°C | 16days (93 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| October | 32°C / 23°C | 37°C / 27°C | 19days (124 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 79% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 30°C / 22°C | 36°C / 27°C | 22days (171 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 85% Humid | 7.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 30°C / 22°C | 36°C / 27°C | 21days (147 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Lusambo are June, July, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Lusambo, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Lusambo is July, with average daytime highs of 35°C (95°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Lusambo is July, with average overnight lows of 22°C (71°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Lusambo is November, averaging 171mm of precipitation across 22 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Lusambo runs through November, April, December, October, with the heaviest rainfall in November. Based on 10-year averages for Lusambo.
Lusambo receives approximately 120 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Lusambo.
The least favorable months to visit Lusambo are March, April, October, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider June, July instead.
The annual average UV index in Lusambo is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Lusambo is 75%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Lusambo are 9 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is July with peak winds reaching 10 km/h (6 mph) (gusts up to 25 km/h / 15 mph).
Lusambo averages 2 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 69%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Lusambo 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.
Lusambo 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 Lusambo 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.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Lusambo. It earns a climate score of 7/10 with Good.
For June in Lusambo, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 34°C (94°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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