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Kolwezi Weather in February
February in Kolwezi brings high temperatures, with highs of 26°C (79°F) and nights dropping to 18°C (64°F). The rainy season is in full swing this month, so frequent downpours are part of the picture.
Rainfall in Kolwezi in February
As part of the rainy season, Kolwezi sees around 19 days of rain in February, with an average of 226 mm (8.9 in). Rain during the rainy season is significant rather than just light drizzle. Expect proper showers on most rainy days.
Temperature in Kolwezi in February
Temperatures in Kolwezi in February top out at 26°C (79°F) and drop to 18°C (64°F) overnight. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. At 18°C (64°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.
Sunshine in Kolwezi in February
The area enjoys a balanced 101 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too rainy nor too sunny.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Kolwezi. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Kolwezi Temperature in February
Min Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Max Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Chance of Rain
65%
Precipitation
226 mm (8.9 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Sunshine
101 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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Historical weather records for Kolwezi in February
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Kolwezi historical weather extremes in February
Based on weather observations in Kolwezi between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during February.
- The warmest day in February was on February 28, 2025, with a maximum of 30°C (86°F).
- The lowest daytime temperature in February was 20°C (68°F), recorded on February 10, 2018.
- The coldest night in February in Kolwezi was on February 3, 2026, with a minimum of 16°C (61°F).
- The heaviest February precipitation occurred on February 3, 2025, when 95 mm (3.7 in) of precipitation fell.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Kolwezi in February
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in February. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
What To Do in Kolwezi in February
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming7/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
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