Democratic Republic of the Congo

Democratic Republic of the Congo Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Democratic Republic of the Congo in February.

Thinking about venturing to Democratic Republic of the Congo this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Democratic Republic of the Congo in February

In February, Democratic Republic of the Congo experiences a range of weather conditions, with 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 23°C (73°F) to very warm in Gemena at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Gemena and 17°C (63°F) in Goma. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Democratic Republic of the Congo, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Watsa with an average of 53 mm (2.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Goma with 253 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Kinshasa gets roughly 0 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Democratic Republic of the Congo in February

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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).

Popular Destinations in Democratic Republic of the Congo

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Temperature range in Democratic Republic of the Congo (February)

Precipitation variation in Democratic Republic of the Congo (February)

Kinshasa

In February Kinshasa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
0 hours
0 hours
0 hours
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Goma

In February Goma generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
225 mm (8.9 in)
253 mm (10 in)
375 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Kalemie

In February Kalemie generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
158 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
159 mm (6.3 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Kananga

In February Kananga generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
132 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Kikwit

In February Kikwit generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
135 hours
146 hours
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Democratic Republic of the Congo in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kinshasa 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Goma 23°C (73°F) 17°C (63°F) 253 mm (10 in)
Boende 33°C (91°F) 23°C (73°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Manono 31°C (88°F) 21°C (70°F) 183 mm (7.2 in)
Lumbumbashi 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 251 mm (9.9 in)
Watsa 34°C (93°F) 21°C (70°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)

Democratic Republic of the Congo weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Democratic Republic of the Congo in February?

In February, Democratic Republic of the Congo generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Kinshasa sees daytime temperatures near 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to roughly 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in Democratic Republic of the Congo in February?

In Kinshasa, the average daytime high in February is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 23°C (73°F).

Does Democratic Republic of the Congo get a lot of rain in February?

Kinshasa typically receives notable rainfall in February, about 123 mm (4.8 in) on average across Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Kinshasa, February might be a good time to visit Democratic Republic of the Congo. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly pleasant weather in Kinshasa. In contrast, November tends to have poor weather conditions.

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