Weather in November in Democratic Republic of the Congo
Thinking about venturing to Democratic Republic of the Congo this November and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Democratic Republic of the Congo in November?
Democratic Republic of the Congo has a wide variety of climate types. During November, you can expect temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Goma at 22°C to very warm in Gemena at 31°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C in Gemena and 16°C in Goma. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.
Precipitation
In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Lumbumbashi with an average of 141 mm to heavy rainfall in Goma with 424 mm. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Kinshasa.Average sunshine
The city Kinshasa usually sees around 0 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.For specific regional insights in Democratic Republic of the Congo for November, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Democratic Republic of the Congo climate page.
Where to go in Democratic Republic of the Congo in November
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in November for the 5 most popular destinations in Democratic Republic of the Congo?
Kinshasa
In November Kinshasa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Goma
In November Goma generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Kalemie
In November Kalemie generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Kananga
In November Kananga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Kikwit
In November Kikwit 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 unpleasant that month.
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Is November the best time to visit Democratic Republic of the Congo?
In our opinion, November may not be the ideal time to visit Democratic Republic of the Congo due to the typically unpleasant weather in Kinshasa.
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. The weather in November, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.
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