Democratic Republic of the Congo

Democratic Republic of the Congo Weather in October

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

Thinking about venturing to Democratic Republic of the Congo this October and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Democratic Republic of the Congo in October

Democratic Republic of the Congo has a wide variety of climate types. During October, you can expect temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Goma at 22°C (72°F) to very warm in Lumbumbashi at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Lumbumbashi 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 explore the conditions in Democratic Republic of the Congo in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Lumbumbashi with an average of 29 mm (1.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Goma with 398 mm (16 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.

Explore Democratic Republic of the Congo by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Democratic Republic of the Congo — and find the best time to visit. (based on Kinshasa)

Best Places to Visit in Democratic Republic of the Congo in October

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

Temperature range in Democratic Republic of the Congo (October)

Precipitation variation in Democratic Republic of the Congo (October)

Kinshasa

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

September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
0 hours
0 hours
0 hours
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
128 mm (5 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
11 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Goma

In October 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.

September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
236 mm (9.3 in)
398 mm (16 in)
424 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
19 days
22 days
Weather conditions

Kalemie

In October Kalemie generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
226 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Kananga

In October Kananga generally has very 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 tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°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
183 hours
191 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
176 mm (6.9 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Kikwit

In October 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.

September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
173 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
12 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kinshasa 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Goma 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 398 mm (16 in)
Boende 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 184 mm (7.2 in)
Manono 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Lumbumbashi 33°C (91°F) 20°C (68°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Watsa 28°C (82°F) 19°C (66°F) 271 mm (11 in)

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

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

In October, Democratic Republic of the Congo generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Kinshasa sees daytime temperatures near 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to roughly 23°C (73°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Kinshasa peak at roughly 31°C (88°F) in October, dropping to about 23°C (73°F) overnight.

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

Yes, October tends to be a wetter month in Democratic Republic of the Congo. Average rainfall in Kinshasa sits around 128 mm (5 in).

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

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Kinshasa, October might be a good time to visit Democratic Republic of the Congo. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide pleasant weather in Kinshasa. On the other hand, the month of November tends to have poor weather conditions.

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