Climate Insights for Cabinda

The climate in Cabinda is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1170mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 209mm of rainfall. Cabinda sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Cabinda has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Cabinda is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1170mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 98mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 209mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 5mm. That's 204mm less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Cabinda is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently winter in Cabinda, which began on June 21, 2026. Cabinda sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 21°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

The best time to visit Cabinda is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 9mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Cabinda based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.