Democratic Republic of the Congo

Democratic Republic of the Congo Weather in November

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

Planning a getaway to Democratic Republic of the Congo this November and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect 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 (72°F) to very warm in Gemena at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Gemena and 16°C (61°F) 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.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Democratic Republic of the Congo, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Lumbumbashi with an average of 141 mm (5.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Goma with 424 mm (17 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Kinshasa.

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 November

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

Temperature range in Democratic Republic of the Congo (November)

Precipitation variation in Democratic Republic of the Congo (November)

Kinshasa

In November Kinshasa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
0 hours
0 hours
0 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Goma

In November Goma generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
398 mm (16 in)
424 mm (17 in)
324 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
22 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Kalemie

In November Kalemie generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
208 hours
216 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Kananga

In November Kananga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
160 hours
139 hours
Monthly rainfall
176 mm (6.9 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Kikwit

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

October
November
December
Max temperature
31°C (88°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
173 hours
144 hours
147 hours
Monthly rainfall
181 mm (7.1 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in November

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kinshasa 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 198 mm (7.8 in)
Goma 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 424 mm (17 in)
Boende 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 184 mm (7.2 in)
Manono 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 213 mm (8.4 in)
Lumbumbashi 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)
Watsa 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 192 mm (7.6 in)

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

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

Expect poor weather across Democratic Republic of the Congo in November. The popular destination of Kinshasa averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Kinshasa peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in November, dropping to about 22°C (72°F) overnight.

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

Rainfall in Democratic Republic of the Congo peaks during November. Kinshasa averages roughly 198 mm (7.8 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is November a Good 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 pleasant weather in Kinshasa. The weather in November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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