Wamba, DR Congo experiences average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 20°C (68°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 19 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.
Wamba, DR Congo Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Wamba, DR Congo. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Nov At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.6/10
Best: January, December
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 29°C / 20°C
Feels Like 33°C / 23°C
Rainy Days 19
Rainfall 135 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 84%
Wind Speed 8 km/h
Dew Point 21°C
Hottest Month
33°C
February
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 5 days
Coldest Month
19°C
July
Avg High 27°C
Rain 23 days
Driest Month
4 days
January
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 20°C
Windiest Month
11 km/h
February (Gusts 27)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:07
Daylight 12.2h
Sunset 18:21
Live conditions —
Wamba on the map · live conditions
Wamba, DR Congo
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- DR Congo
- City
- Wamba
- Population
- 17.4K
- Coordinates
- 2.15°, 27.99°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 20 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 23 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 25 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 6 days/mo
2/3 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: 32°C / 20°C . Feb: 33°C / 21°C . Mar: 30°C / 21°C . Apr: 29°C / 21°C . May: 28°C / 21°C . Jun: 28°C / 20°C . Jul: 27°C / 19°C . Aug: 27°C / 19°C . Sep: 28°C / 20°C . Oct: 28°C / 20°C . Nov: 28°C / 20°C . Dec: 29°C / 20°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 19 mm. Feb: 28 mm. Mar: 120 mm. Apr: 171 mm. May: 142 mm. Jun: 128 mm. Jul: 157 mm. Aug: 187 mm. Sep: 204 mm. Oct: 220 mm. Nov: 192 mm. Dec: 53 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 65%. Feb: 63%. Mar: 79%. Apr: 87%. May: 89%. Jun: 89%. Jul: 90%. Aug: 90%. Sep: 90%. Oct: 90%. Nov: 89%. Dec: 81%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 10 km/h . Feb: 11 km/h . Mar: 10 km/h . Apr: 9 km/h . May: 7 km/h . Jun: 7 km/h . Jul: 7 km/h . Aug: 8 km/h . Sep: 8 km/h . Oct: 7 km/h . Nov: 8 km/h . Dec: 9 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 9h. May: 9h. Jun: 9h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 9h. 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 8. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 8. 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 has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 33°C | Feb · 33°C |
| Coldest month | Jul 2025 · 19°C | Jul · 19°C |
| Wettest month | Oct 2025 · 252 mm | Oct · 220 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 11 km/h | Feb · 11 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Good 
February
Fair March
Poor April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Wet December best
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 32°C / 20°C | 34°C / 22°C | 4days (19 mm) Good | 10.7h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Good | View Details |
| February | 33°C / 21°C | 35°C / 23°C | 5days (28 mm) Good | 10.3h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 9.1 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| March | 30°C / 21°C | 35°C / 24°C | 17days (120 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 79% Humid | 8.9 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| April | 29°C / 21°C | 34°C / 24°C | 21days (171 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 28°C / 21°C | 34°C / 24°C | 23days (142 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 28°C / 20°C | 33°C / 23°C | 22days (128 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 27°C / 19°C | 32°C / 22°C | 23days (157 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 27°C / 19°C | 32°C / 22°C | 25days (187 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 28°C / 20°C | 33°C / 22°C | 26days (204 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 28°C / 20°C | 33°C / 23°C | 27days (220 mm) Wet | 8.6h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 28°C / 20°C | 33°C / 23°C | 23days (192 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December best | 29°C / 20°C | 33°C / 23°C | 9days (53 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 81% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Wamba are January, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Wamba, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Wamba is February, with average daytime highs of 33°C (91°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Wamba is July, with average overnight lows of 19°C (67°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Wamba is October, averaging 220mm of precipitation across 27 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Wamba runs through October, September, August, May, with the heaviest rainfall in October. Based on 10-year averages for Wamba.
Wamba receives approximately 112 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is January with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Wamba.
The least favorable months to visit Wamba are March, primarily due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Wamba is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Wamba is 84%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Average wind speeds in Wamba are 8 km/h (5 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 11 km/h (7 mph) (gusts up to 27 km/h / 17 mph).
Wamba averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 77%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Wamba is 21°C (70°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Wamba 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 Wamba ranges from 23°C (73°F) to 33°C (91°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
July is not the best time to visit Wamba, with a climate score of 5.5/10. Consider visiting during January, December instead for better conditions.
For July in Wamba, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 27°C (80°F) and 23 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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