Democratic Republic of the Congo
Rainfall in January

January Rainfall and Precipitation in Democratic Republic of the Congo

Democratic Republic of the Congo experiences precipitation in January ranging from low in Watsa (22 mm (0.9 in)) to heavy in Lumbumbashi (271 mm (11 in)).

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Democratic Republic of the Congo precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Democratic Republic of the Congo receive in January?

In January, Kinshasa typically experiences high rainfall, averaging about 129 mm (5.1 in). This translates to a mix of wet and dry days throughout the month.

How many days does it rain in Democratic Republic of the Congo in January?

Kinshasa sees roughly 10 days rainy days during January.

Is January part of the rainy season in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

No. January sits outside the typical rainy season in Democratic Republic of the Congo, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in January in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Looking at our data, Lumbumbashi tops the wettest-cities list in Democratic Republic of the Congo for January, with monthly rainfall averaging 271 mm (11 in).

What is the driest city in January in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Based on our database, Watsa sees the least rainfall in Democratic Republic of the Congo in January, with around 22 mm (0.9 in) on average.

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