Weather in Kinshasa
What's the weather like in Kinshasa?
Kinshasa has warm year-round and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 29°C (85°F) in January to 30°C (86°F) in July, with overnight lows around 22°C (71°F) and 19°C (66°F) respectively.
No month in Kinshasa sits in the typical comfort range of 18–26°C. The most temperate months are usually December and November.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇨🇩 DR Congo
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Kinshasa
- Coordinates
- -4.442, 15.266
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 85°F | 22°C / 71°F | 127 mm | 29 | — |
| February | 30°C / 86°F | 22°C / 71°F | 144 mm | 24 | — |
| March | 30°C / 87°F | 22°C / 72°F | 160 mm | 27 | — |
| April | 30°C / 86°F | 22°C / 71°F | 194 mm | 27 | — |
| May | 30°C / 86°F | 22°C / 71°F | 94 mm | 24 | — |
| June | 30°C / 86°F | 20°C / 67°F | 4 mm | 7 | — |
| July | 30°C / 86°F | 19°C / 66°F | 2 mm | 5 | — |
| August | 30°C / 86°F | 20°C / 68°F | 20 mm | 10 | — |
| September | 31°C / 88°F | 21°C / 70°F | 29 mm | 18 | — |
| October | 31°C / 87°F | 22°C / 71°F | 167 mm | 27 | — |
| November | 29°C / 84°F | 22°C / 71°F | 246 mm | 29 | — |
| December | 29°C / 84°F | 22°C / 71°F | 205 mm | 26 | — |
Kinshasa by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kinshasa?
The most comfortable months in Kinshasa are usually June, July, August, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Kinshasa?
September is typically the hottest month in Kinshasa, averaging a high of 31°C (88°F).
What is the coldest month in Kinshasa?
July is usually the coldest, with average lows around 19°C (66°F).
Does it snow in Kinshasa?
Snow is rare in Kinshasa; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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