Mulongo, DR Congo experiences average highs of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 12 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Mulongo, DR Congo Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Mulongo, 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
5.5/10
Best: June, July, August
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 31°C / 21°C
Feels Like 35°C / 24°C
Rainy Days 12
Rainfall 105 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 69%
Wind Speed 9 km/h
Dew Point 20°C
Hottest Month
35°C
August
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 1 days
Coldest Month
20°C
July
Avg High 34°C
Rain 0 days
Driest Month
0 days
June
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 20°C
Windiest Month
12 km/h
July (Gusts 30)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, March, November, December due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:22
Daylight 11.7h
Sunset 18:03
Live conditions —
Mulongo on the map · live conditions
Mulongo, DR Congo
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- DR Congo
- City
- Mulongo
- Population
- 89.3K
- Coordinates
- -7.83°, 27.00°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 13 days/mo
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 21 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 13 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 34°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 0 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 28°C / 22°C . Feb: 29°C / 22°C . Mar: 30°C / 22°C . Apr: 30°C / 22°C . May: 33°C / 21°C . Jun: 33°C / 20°C . Jul: 34°C / 20°C . Aug: 35°C / 21°C . Sep: 35°C / 23°C . Oct: 33°C / 23°C . Nov: 30°C / 22°C . Dec: 28°C / 22°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 234 mm. Feb: 151 mm. Mar: 186 mm. Apr: 146 mm. May: 15 mm. Jun: 0 mm. Jul: 0 mm. Aug: 5 mm. Sep: 18 mm. Oct: 90 mm. Nov: 184 mm. Dec: 229 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 87%. Feb: 86%. Mar: 85%. Apr: 83%. May: 63%. Jun: 45%. Jul: 40%. Aug: 42%. Sep: 54%. Oct: 69%. Nov: 83%. Dec: 87%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 8 km/h . Feb: 8 km/h . Mar: 8 km/h . Apr: 8 km/h . May: 10 km/h . Jun: 12 km/h . Jul: 12 km/h . Aug: 12 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: 10h. May: 11h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. 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 8. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 8. Dec: UV 8.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h 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 is trending drier by about 21 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Sep 2025 · 36°C | Aug · 35°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 20°C | Jul · 20°C |
| Wettest month | Dec 2025 · 231 mm | Jan · 234 mm |
| Windiest month | Jul 2025 · 12 km/h | Jul · 12 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Poor March
Wet April
Poor May
Good June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September
Fair October
Fair November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C / 22°C | 34°C / 26°C | 23days (234 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 29°C / 22°C | 35°C / 26°C | 17days (151 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| March | 30°C / 22°C | 36°C / 26°C | 19days (186 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 85% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 30°C / 22°C | 36°C / 26°C | 16days (146 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 83% Humid | 7.7 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| May | 33°C / 21°C | 35°C / 24°C | 3days (15 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| June best | 33°C / 20°C | 34°C / 20°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 45% Moderate | 7.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 34°C / 20°C | 33°C / 19°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 40% Comfortable | 7.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 35°C / 21°C | 36°C / 21°C | 1days (5 mm) Excellent | 10.9h Excellent | 42% Moderate | 8.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September | 35°C / 23°C | 37°C / 25°C | 4days (18 mm) Good | 11.1h Excellent | 54% Moderate | 8.9 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| October | 33°C / 23°C | 37°C / 26°C | 14days (90 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 8.8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| November | 30°C / 22°C | 35°C / 26°C | 21days (184 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 83% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 28°C / 22°C | 34°C / 26°C | 24days (229 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Mulongo are June, July, August, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Mulongo, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Mulongo is August, 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 Mulongo is July, with average overnight lows of 20°C (67°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Mulongo is January, averaging 234mm of precipitation across 23 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Mulongo runs through December, January, November, March, with the heaviest rainfall in December. Based on 10-year averages for Mulongo.
Mulongo receives approximately 121 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is September with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Mulongo.
The least favorable months to visit Mulongo are January, March, November, December, primarily due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August instead.
The annual average UV index in Mulongo is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Mulongo is 69%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Mulongo are 9 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is July with peak winds reaching 12 km/h (8 mph) (gusts up to 30 km/h / 18 mph).
Mulongo averages 5 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 62%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Mulongo is 20°C (68°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Mulongo 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 Mulongo 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 Mulongo. It earns a climate score of 8.5/10 with Excellent.
For June in Mulongo, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 33°C (92°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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