Congo-Brazzaville Weather & Climate: Monthly Averages

Monthly climate averages for Congo-Brazzaville , temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Congo-Brazzaville

Most of Congo-Brazzaville has a tropical savanna climate, while the lower-lying central areas of the country have a mix of a tropical rainforest climate and tropical monsoon climate.

The southern part of Congo-Brazzaville has a rainy season and also experiences a very dry period. The rainy season starts in November and continues through April. The months of June, July and August are extremely dry. In the north of the country there is a different rainfall pattern. Here December-February and June-August are somewhat drier than the two rainy seasons, which run from March to May and September to November.

There is a consistent mean daytime temperature, which is around 25°C (77°F) all year round. The highest minimum temperatures are measured on the coast.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Pointe-Noire 25°C (77°F) 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 25°C (77°F) 1239 mm (49 in)
Brazzaville 30°C (86°F) 32°C (90°F) 20°C (68°F) 23°C (73°F) 1139 mm (45 in) 1,907 hours

FAQ

What is the best time to visit Congo-Brazzaville ?

The warmest month in Brazzaville is March, with daytime highs of 32°C (90°F). Brazzaville is the sunniest destination, with 193 hours of sunshine in March. Congo-Brazzaville has a distinct dry season from June to September. Explore Congo-Brazzaville weather by month for a detailed breakdown.

What temperatures can I expect in Congo-Brazzaville ?

Brazzaville is the warmest destination, reaching 32°C (90°F) in March with nights around 23°C (73°F). Pointe-Noire is the coolest, with July daytime highs of just 25°C (77°F) and nights dropping to 20°C (68°F). Temperatures are relatively stable throughout the year. See the city comparison for a full overview.

How much rain does Congo-Brazzaville get?

Rainfall varies across Congo-Brazzaville . Pointe-Noire is the wettest, receiving 1239 mm (49 in) per year, with February the wettest month at 194 mm (7.6 in). Brazzaville is the driest at 1139 mm (45 in) per year. Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.

How sunny is Congo-Brazzaville ?

Brazzaville is the sunniest destination in Congo-Brazzaville , enjoying 1,907 hours of sunshine per year, with March the brightest month at 193 hours. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.

What is the climate like across Congo-Brazzaville ?

Pointe-Noire has very warm summers reaching 30°C (86°F) in March and warm winters dropping to 25°C (77°F), with 0 hours of sunshine and 1239 mm (49 in) of rain per year. Brazzaville has very warm summers reaching 32°C (90°F) in March and warm winters dropping to 30°C (86°F), with 1,907 hours of sunshine and 1139 mm (45 in) of rain per year. Explore the climate charts and comparison table for more cities.

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