Climate Insights for Luanda
Cassequel, Municipality of Luanda, Luanda Province, Angola
Climate Overview
The climate in Luanda is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 423 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 98 mm of rainfall. Luanda sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Luanda is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 16.6 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 3.8 in of rainfall. Luanda sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Luanda sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 31°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Luanda sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 68°F to 87°F. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 68°F and an average of 71°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 9°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Luanda is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 423 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 35 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 98 mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 1 mm. That's 97 mm less than April, 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.Luanda is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 16.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.4 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 3.9 in of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 in. That's 3.8 in less than April, 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
Luanda is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Luanda is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Luanda is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 2 mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Luanda is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 73°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.1 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 87°F. 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 Luanda 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 Luanda 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.