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Kikwit weather in May (Democratic Republic of the Congo)

Wondering what the weather is like in Kikwit during May? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

During May, Kikwit usually has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 32°C, cooling down at night to around 22°C. Although these are the average temperatures, expect warmer days occasionally. Wear cool clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Kikwit in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 9 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 200 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June and July typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kikwit climate page with graphs.

 

Kikwit, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 96 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
SunshineSunshine 200 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Democratic Republic of the Congo in May

Find out more about the weather in Democratic Republic of the Congo and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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