Temperature in Democratic Republic of the Congo in May

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Democratic Republic of the Congo this May.

Democratic Republic of the Congo, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 22°C (72°F) in Goma to 35°C (95°F) in Manono. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Manono and 17°C (63°F) in Goma.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Democratic Republic of the Congo in May?

To get a sense of May's typical temperatures in the key spots of Democratic Republic of the Congo, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

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

How hot does it get in Democratic Republic of the Congo in May?

Kinshasa averages a daytime high of 31°C (88°F) in May, which is very high for Democratic Republic of the Congo.

How cold does it get at night in Democratic Republic of the Congo in May?

Average overnight lows in Democratic Republic of the Congo during May sit near 23°C (73°F) in Kinshasa.

What is the warmest city in May in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Based on our systematic data collection, Manono has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 35°C (95°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 22°C (72°F).

What is the coldest city in May in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

According to our data, Goma holds the title for the coldest city in Democratic Republic of the Congo in May. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 22°C (72°F) and drops to lows of about 17°C (63°F) during the night.

How much sun does Democratic Republic of the Congo get in May?

Across Democratic Republic of the Congo, sunshine in May ranges from overcast in Kinshasa (0 hours) to sunny in Kolwezi (302 hours).

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