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Kinshasa weather in August (Democratic Republic of the Congo)

What is the weather forecast for Kinshasa in August? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

The weather in Kinshasa is usually perfect in August, featuring very high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 30°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 21°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Kinshasa in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 7.7 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about a single day of rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 0 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Kinshasa. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, November tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kinshasa climate page with graphs.

 

Kinshasa, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 3%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 7.7 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days a single day  
SunshineSunshine 0 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Democratic Republic of the Congo in August

Find out more about the weather in Democratic Republic of the Congo and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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