Weather in April in Democratic Republic of the Congo
Are you planning a trip a to Democratic Republic of the Congo in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Democratic Republic of the Congo in April?
Democratic Republic of the Congo has a wide variety of climate types. During April, you can expect temperatures that range from warm to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Goma at 22°C to very warm in Gemena at 32°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C in Gemena and 17°C in Goma. In Democratic Republic of the Congo, April typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.
Precipitation
In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Lumbumbashi with an average of 44 mm to heavy rainfall in Goma with 307 mm.Average sunshine
The city Kinshasa usually sees around 0 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.For a closer look at April's conditions in Democratic Republic of the Congo, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Democratic Republic of the Congo's yearly weather, check out our Democratic Republic of the Congo climate page.
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What is the weather like in April for the 5 most popular destinations in Democratic Republic of the Congo?
Kinshasa
In April Kinshasa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Goma
In April Goma generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Kalemie
In April Kalemie generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Kananga
In April Kananga generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Kikwit
In April Kikwit generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is April the best time to visit Democratic Republic of the Congo?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Kinshasa, April might be a good time to visit Democratic Republic of the Congo. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
On average, the best time to visit Democratic Republic of the Congo is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Kinshasa. On the other hand, the month of November tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.
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