Climate Insights for Lubango
Centro Cívico, Huíla Province, Angola
Climate Overview
The climate in Lubango is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 1,374 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 285 mm of rainfall. Lubango 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 July, June, May, when temperatures can drop to 10°C.The climate in Lubango is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 66°F and approximately 54.1 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 11.2 in of rainfall. Lubango 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 July, June, May, when temperatures can drop to 50°F.
Temperature
Lubango 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 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between July and August, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Lubango sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 50°F to 83°F. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 69°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 50°F and an average of 61°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°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
Lubango is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,374 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 114 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 285 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 mm. That's 285 mm less than March, 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.Lubango is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 54.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.5 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 11.2 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 in. That's 11.2 in less than March, 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
Lubango 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 8km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 7km/h in autumn.Lubango 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 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph 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 Lubango is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 12 mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Lubango is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.5 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 Lubango 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 Lubango 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.