Climate Insights for Sake

Opala, Province du Nord-Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Hottest
August
23°C peak
Coldest
July
14°C low
Wettest
November
418mm rain
Best to Visit
July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sake is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 3082mm of precipitation falls per year. Sake receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sake sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 22° Average: 19° Min: 15° Feb Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 16° Mar Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 15° Apr Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 16° May Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 16° Jun Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 15° Jul Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° Aug Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 15° Sep Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 15° Oct Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° Nov Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° Dec Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15°
Max
Average
Min

Sake has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 19°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 18°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 249mm Feb Precipitation: 270mm Mar Precipitation: 336mm Apr Precipitation: 323mm May Precipitation: 162mm Jun Precipitation: 114mm Jul Precipitation: 78mm Aug Precipitation: 148mm Sep Precipitation: 268mm Oct Precipitation: 387mm Nov Precipitation: 418mm Dec Precipitation: 328mm
Precipitation

Sake is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3082mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 257mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 418mm of rainfall. October and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 78mm. That's 341mm less than November, 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.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 1km/h Feb Wind Speed: 1km/h Mar Wind Speed: 1km/h Apr Wind Speed: 1km/h May Wind Speed: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 1km/h Jul Wind Speed: 1km/h Aug Wind Speed: 1km/h Sep Wind Speed: 1km/h Oct Wind Speed: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 1km/h
Wind Speed

Sake 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 November, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 0km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

93 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Sake, which began on June 21, 2026. Sake sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in August at around 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 14°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 15 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1073mm across the season with a monthly average of 358mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 15 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 847mm across the season with a monthly average of 282mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 15 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 822mm across the season with a monthly average of 274mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 14 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 340mm across the season with a monthly average of 113mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 19°
Feb 19°
Mar 19°
Apr 19°
May 19°
Jun 19°
Jul 18°
Aug 19°
Sep 19°
Oct 18°
Nov 18°
Dec 18°

The best time to visit Sake is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 78mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 23°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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Sake 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
15 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
249 mm
0 cm
Feb
16 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
270 mm
0 cm
Mar
15 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
336 mm
0 cm
Apr
16 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
323 mm
0 cm
May
16 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
162 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
15 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
114 mm
0 cm
Jul
14 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
78 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
148 mm
0 cm
Sep
15 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
268 mm
0 cm
Oct
15 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
387 mm
0 cm
Nov
15 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
418 mm
0 cm
Dec
15 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
328 mm
0 cm
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