Climate of North Kivu, DR Congo
Area-weighted average across North Kivu. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
North Kivu, a subdivision of Congo, Democratic Republic of the, has a consistently warm climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 20.5°C / 68.9°F in July to 21.3°C / 70.3°F in March, with rainfall from 77 mm / 3 in to 159 mm / 6.3 in depending on the season (1477 mm / 58.1 in total across the year). See the 2 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C69.8°F | 92 mm3.6″ | — |
| February | 21.1°C70°F | 99 mm3.9″ | — |
| March | 21.3°C70.3°F | 143 mm5.6″ | — |
| April | 21.3°C70.3°F | 156 mm6.1″ | — |
| May | 21.2°C70.2°F | 128 mm5″ | — |
| June | 20.7°C69.3°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
| July | 20.5°C68.9°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| August | 20.8°C69.4°F | 118 mm4.6″ | — |
| September | 20.8°C69.4°F | 141 mm5.6″ | — |
| October | 20.9°C69.6°F | 159 mm6.3″ | — |
| November | 20.7°C69.3°F | 158 mm6.2″ | — |
| December | 20.8°C69.4°F | 120 mm4.7″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit North Kivu?
North Kivu, Congo, Democratic Republic of the does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is March at 21.3°C / 70.3°F, and the driest is July at 77 mm / 3 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of North Kivu?
North Kivu, Congo, Democratic Republic of the has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 20.5°C / 68.9°F in July to 21.3°C / 70.3°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 1477 mm / 58.1 in, with the wettest month being October (159 mm / 6.3 in) and the driest July (77 mm / 3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in North Kivu?
The hottest month in North Kivu is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.3°C / 70.3°F.
What is the coldest month in North Kivu?
The coldest month in North Kivu is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 20.5°C / 68.9°F.
When does it rain most in North Kivu?
The wettest month in North Kivu is October, averaging about 159 mm / 6.3 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 77 mm / 3 in.