Lumbumbashi weather in February (Democratic Republic of the Congo)

Planning a trip to Lumbumbashi in February? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In February, Lumbumbashi generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 27°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 18°C.

Lumbumbashi in February falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 251 mm for the month. Typically around 23 days of rainfall is expected.

The area enjoys a balanced 120 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures April, May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Lumbumbashi, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 75%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 251 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 23 days  
HumidityHumidity 85%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 120 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Democratic Republic of the Congo in February

Find out more about the weather in Democratic Republic of the Congo in February and which places have the best weather 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 Lumbumbashi in February?

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 in February.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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