Best time to visit the DR Congo

The climate in the DR Congo through the year

When to go

The DR Congo scores highest on Eddigo’s travel score in June–August, with an average of 79 out of 100 in July across the 38 destinations Eddigo covers. Daytime highs in July range from 24°C in Butembo to 33°C in Tshikapa. January–February, May and September–October are a fair alternative. The lowest average is in March (44), with daytime highs from 25°C to 34°C.

Where in the country

In July, the highest scores are in Lubumbashi (99), Kolwezi (99) and Likasi (99), while Bakwa scores 52. The destinations do not all peak at the same time:

• July: Kinshasa, Lubumbashi, Kisangani, Kananga, Bukavu and 12 more
• June: Mbuji-Mayi, Kolwezi, Likasi, Kikwit, Bunia and 11 more
• January: Isiro, Gemena, Bumba, Lisala and Bakwa

Warmest, coolest, wettest and driest

Over the year, Bukama is the warmest destination (daytime highs averaging 33°C) and Butembo the coolest (25°C). Kisangani gets the most precipitation, about 1,760 mm a year, and Moanda the least, about 960 mm. The highest-lying is Butembo at about 1,750 m. The warmest sea is at Bunia: 29°C in March.

By type of trip

The best months change with what you want to do. With Eddigo’s trip types, the DR Congo averages 65 or more in these months:

• City break: June and July. Best in July: Kipushi (98), Kambove (97) and Kolwezi (95)