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Kananga Climate by Month

Kananga has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Kananga remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 30°C during cooler months like June. At night, temperatures typically average around 20°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Kananga is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1428 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, November receives heavy rainfall, averaging 182 mm of precipitation, recorded across 16 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 7.7 mm over 2 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Kananga. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.6 hours, February marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.4 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Kananga in Democratic Republic of the Congo

Kananga has high temperatures year round ranging between 29°C and 33°C.
The best time to visit is during the drier months: June, July and August.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Kananga?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in March, April, October, November and December.
  • Does Kananga have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of June and July are very dry.
  • Which is the hottest month in Kananga?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Kananga?
    The coolest month is June with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Kananga?
    November tops the wettest month list with 182 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Kananga?
    July is the driest month with 8 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Kananga?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 257 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Kananga

    Thu   Nov 21
    31°C | 21°C
    N 7 km/h
    6.7 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Fri   Nov 22
    27°C | 21°C
    NW 7 km/h
    4 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Sat   Nov 23
    29°C | 21°C
    N 11 km/h
    8.5 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder