Lubumbashi weather in December (Democratic Republic of Congo)

What can you expect from the weather in Lubumbashi during December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Lubumbashi generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 27°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 18°C.

Lubumbashi in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 240 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 24 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 132 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Lubumbashi, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 79%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 240 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 24 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 132 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  

Where to go in Democratic Republic of Congo in December

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

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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 Lubumbashi in December?

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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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