Climate Insights for Huambo
Huambo Province, Angola
Climate Overview
The climate in Huambo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 1,188 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 219 mm of rainfall. Huambo is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: September, October, August. The coldest months are June, July, May, when temperatures can drop to 10°C.The climate in Huambo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 67°F and approximately 46.8 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 8.6 in of rainfall. Huambo is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: September, October, August. The coldest months are June, July, May, when temperatures can drop to 50°F.
Temperature
Huambo sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 10°C to 29°C. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 17°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between July and August, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Huambo sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 50°F to 85°F. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 72°F. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 50°F and an average of 63°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 21°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between July and August, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Huambo is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,188 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 99 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 219 mm of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 mm. That's 219 mm 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.Huambo is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 46.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.9 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 8.6 in of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 8.6 in 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
Huambo is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/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 9km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 7km/h in autumn.Huambo is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph 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 5mph in winter, 4mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Huambo is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 17 mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Huambo is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.7 in per month. 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 Huambo 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Huambo based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.