Moanda, DR Congo experiences average highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 12 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.
Moanda, DR Congo Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Moanda, 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
5.9/10
Best: June, July, August, September
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 28°C / 24°C
Feels Like 32°C / 27°C
Rainy Days 12
Rainfall 79 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 85%
Wind Speed 15 km/h
Dew Point 23°C
Hottest Month
30°C
March
Avg Low25°C
Rain17days
Coldest Month
21°C
August
Avg High25°C
Rain1days
Driest Month
0days
July
Avg High25°C
Avg Low21°C
Windiest Month
18 km/h
October (Gusts 32)
Sea Temperature
22°C – 28°C
Warmest water: March (
28.3°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, March, April due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:19
Daylight 11.8h
Sunset 18:06
Live conditions—
Moanda on the map · live conditions
Moanda, DR Congo
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- DR Congo
- City
- Moanda
- Population
- 128.8K
- Coordinates
- -5.93°, 12.37°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 13 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 20 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 15 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 1 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: 29°C / 24°C . Feb: 29°C / 25°C . Mar: 30°C / 25°C . Apr: 29°C / 25°C . May: 28°C / 25°C . Jun: 26°C / 22°C . Jul: 25°C / 21°C . Aug: 25°C / 21°C . Sep: 26°C / 22°C . Oct: 27°C / 24°C . Nov: 28°C / 24°C . Dec: 28°C / 24°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 126 mm. Feb: 130 mm. Mar: 109 mm. Apr: 132 mm. May: 50 mm. Jun: 6 mm. Jul: 3 mm. Aug: 5 mm. Sep: 12 mm. Oct: 47 mm. Nov: 139 mm. Dec: 183 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 86%. Feb: 86%. Mar: 85%. Apr: 87%. May: 87%. Jun: 85%. Jul: 85%. Aug: 85%. Sep: 83%. Oct: 83%. Nov: 85%. Dec: 87%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 14 km/h . Feb: 15 km/h . Mar: 15 km/h . Apr: 15 km/h . May: 15 km/h . Jun: 15 km/h . Jul: 15 km/h . Aug: 15 km/h . Sep: 17 km/h . Oct: 18 km/h . Nov: 17 km/h . Dec: 15 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 9h. Apr: 9h. May: 10h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 9h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 27°C . Feb: 28°C . Mar: 28°C . Apr: 28°C . May: 27°C . Jun: 25°C . Jul: 23°C . Aug: 22°C . Sep: 23°C . Oct: 26°C . Nov: 27°C . Dec: 27°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 8. 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 has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Mar 2025 · 29°C | Mar · 30°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 19°C | Aug · 21°C |
| Wettest month | Jan 2025 · 188 mm | Dec · 183 mm |
| Windiest month | Oct 2025 · 18 km/h | Oct · 18 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Wet March
Poor April
Wet May
Fair June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Good November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 24°C | 34°C / 29°C | 20days (126 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 29°C / 25°C | 36°C / 30°C | 19days (130 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 30°C / 25°C | 36°C / 30°C | 17days (109 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 85% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| April | 29°C / 25°C | 35°C / 30°C | 18days (132 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 28°C / 25°C | 33°C / 29°C | 10days (50 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| June best | 26°C / 22°C | 30°C / 25°C | 2days (6 mm) Excellent | 9.6h Good | 85% Humid | 6.8 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 25°C / 21°C | 28°C / 23°C | 0days (3 mm) Excellent | 9.3h Good | 85% Humid | 7.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 25°C / 21°C | 27°C / 23°C | 1days (5 mm) Excellent | 8.7h Good | 85% Humid | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 26°C / 22°C | 29°C / 25°C | 4days (12 mm) Good | 8.9h Good | 83% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 27°C / 24°C | 31°C / 27°C | 12days (47 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 83% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Good | View Details |
| November | 28°C / 24°C | 33°C / 29°C | 22days (139 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 85% Humid | 7.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 28°C / 24°C | 34°C / 29°C | 22days (183 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Moanda are June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Moanda, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Moanda is March, with average daytime highs of 30°C (85°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Moanda is August, with average overnight lows of 21°C (69°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Moanda is December, averaging 183mm of precipitation across 22 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Moanda runs through November, December, January, February, with the heaviest rainfall in November. Based on 10-year averages for Moanda.
Moanda receives approximately 110 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is May with around 10 hours. Based on climate data for Moanda.
The least favorable months to visit Moanda are January, February, March, April, 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 Moanda is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Moanda is 85%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 26°C (79°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Moanda are 15 km/h (9 mph). The windiest month is October with peak winds reaching 18 km/h (11 mph) (gusts up to 32 km/h / 20 mph).
Moanda averages 0 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 74%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Moanda 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.
Moanda 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 Moanda ranges from 27°C (81°F) to 32°C (90°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 Moanda. It earns a climate score of 9.1/10 with Excellent.
For June in Moanda, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 26°C (80°F) and 2 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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