Best Time to Visit DR Congo
Congo, Democratic Republic of the is at its sunniest and driest in June–July.
The best time to visit Congo, Democratic Republic of the for sunny, dry weather is June–July — 2 months of the year match our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The drier half of the year covers May–September and January–February, while the wetter half runs through March–April and October–December. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 22.8°C / 73°F in July to 24.8°C / 76.6°F in February, and monthly rainfall from 25 mm / 1 in (July) to 195 mm / 7.7 in (November). Congo, Democratic Republic of the's climate is broadly tropical. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Congo, Democratic Republic of the can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 23.3°C73.9°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 22.8°C73°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Congo, Democratic Republic of the?
The best time to visit Congo, Democratic Republic of the for sunny, dry weather is June, July. The warmest month is February (24.8°C / 76.6°F country-wide average) and the driest is July (about 25 mm / 1 in). These months combine warmth with low rainfall based on long-term climate normals.
When is the rainy season in Congo, Democratic Republic of the?
The rainy season in Congo, Democratic Republic of the runs through March–April and October–December, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 145 mm / 5.7 in. The wettest single month is November, averaging 195 mm / 7.7 in.
What is the dry season in Congo, Democratic Republic of the?
The drier half of the year in Congo, Democratic Republic of the covers May–September and January–February, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 145 mm / 5.7 in. The driest single month is July with about 25 mm / 1 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Congo, Democratic Republic of the?
The least comfortable months for travel in Congo, Democratic Republic of the — based on our climate data — are March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. These are Congo, Democratic Republic of the's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 195 mm / 7.7 in in November, and temperatures bottom out at 22.8°C / 73°F in July.
Is there a shoulder season in Congo, Democratic Republic of the?
Shoulder-season months in Congo, Democratic Republic of the — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November, December. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.