Climate Insights for Capanda Airport

The climate in Capanda Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1078mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 212mm of rainfall. Capanda Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Capanda Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 30°C. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Capanda Airport is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1078mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 90mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 212mm of rainfall. April and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0mm. That's 212mm 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.

Capanda Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 14km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.

It is currently autumn in Capanda Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Capanda Airport sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in May at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 15°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Capanda Airport is during January, May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 34mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Capanda Airport 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.