Democratic Republic of the Congo

Democratic Republic of the Congo Weather in May

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

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Kinshasa Goma Boende Manono

Planning a trip to Democratic Republic of the Congo this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Democratic Republic of the Congo in May

The weather in Democratic Republic of the Congo in May can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from warm to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Goma at 22°C (72°F) to very warm in Manono at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Manono and 17°C (63°F) in Goma. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Lumbumbashi with an average of 2.9 mm (0.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Watsa with 203 mm (8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Kinshasa receives about 0 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, 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 May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 May for some of the most popular destinations in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Temperature range in Democratic Republic of the Congo (May)

Precipitation variation in Democratic Republic of the Congo (May)

Kinshasa

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
0 hours
0 hours
0 hours
Monthly rainfall
170 mm (6.7 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
7.7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
11 days
a single day
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Kinshasa →

Goma

In May Goma generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
307 mm (12 in)
191 mm (7.5 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
17 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Goma →

Kalemie

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
248 hours
243 hours
Monthly rainfall
172 mm (6.8 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
3.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
8 days
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kalemie →

Kananga

In May Kananga generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
218 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
178 mm (7 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
8 days
2 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Kananga →

Kikwit

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
200 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
187 mm (7.4 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
9 days
2 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Kikwit →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kinshasa 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Goma 22°C (72°F) 17°C (63°F) 191 mm (7.5 in)
Boende 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Manono 35°C (95°F) 22°C (72°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Lumbumbashi 28°C (82°F) 15°C (59°F) 2.9 mm (0.1 in)
Watsa 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 203 mm (8 in)

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

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

Democratic Republic of the Congo typically experiences tolerable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kinshasa average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

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

Kinshasa averages a daytime maximum of 31°C (88°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 23°C (73°F).

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

Not particularly. Kinshasa averages just 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Democratic Republic of the Congo.

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

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Democratic Republic of the Congo with overall pleasant weather in Kinshasa. 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 pleasant weather in Kinshasa. On the other hand, the month of November tends to have poor weather conditions.

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