Climate Insights for Butembo

The climate in Butembo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 2688mm of precipitation falls per year. Butembo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Butembo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Butembo sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 28°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Butembo is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2688mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 224mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 341mm of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 55mm. That's 286mm less than May, 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.

Butembo is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently summer in Butembo, which began on June 21, 2026. Butembo sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 17°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

The best time to visit Butembo is during January and February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 70mm per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 17°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Butembo 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.