Climate Insights for Makabana

, Région du Niari, Republic of the Congo

Hottest
March
32°C peak
Coldest
July
20°C low
Wettest
November
315mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Makabana is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1802mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 315mm of rainfall. Makabana sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 23° Feb Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 23° Mar Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 23° Apr Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 23° May Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 23° Jun Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Jul Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° Aug Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 20° Sep Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Oct Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 23° Nov Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 23° Dec Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23°
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Average
Min

Makabana sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 32°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 212mm Feb Precipitation: 221mm Mar Precipitation: 170mm Apr Precipitation: 195mm May Precipitation: 118mm Jun Precipitation: 28mm Jul Precipitation: 12mm Aug Precipitation: 17mm Sep Precipitation: 35mm Oct Precipitation: 199mm Nov Precipitation: 315mm Dec Precipitation: 282mm
Precipitation

Makabana is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1802mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 150mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 315mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 12mm. That's 302mm 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: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 1km/h
Wind Speed

Makabana 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 August, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, 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 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

3 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Makabana, which began on March 20, 2026. Makabana 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 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 20°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 22 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 549mm across the season with a monthly average of 183mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 714mm across the season with a monthly average of 238mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 482mm across the season with a monthly average of 161mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 20 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 57mm over the season and a monthly average of 19mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 26°
Mar 27°
Apr 27°
May 26°
Jun 24°
Jul 23°
Aug 24°
Sep 25°
Oct 26°
Nov 26°
Dec 26°

The best time to visit Makabana is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 23mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Makabana 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
23 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
212 mm
0 cm
Feb
23 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
221 mm
0 cm
Mar
23 °C
32 °C
1 km/h
170 mm
0 cm
Apr
23 °C
32 °C
1 km/h
195 mm
0 cm
May
23 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
118 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
21 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
28 mm
0 cm
Jul
20 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Aug
20 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Sep
22 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
35 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
199 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
315 mm
0 cm
Dec
23 °C
30 °C
1 km/h
282 mm
0 cm
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