Climate Insights for Lucapa

Lunda Norte Province, Angola

Hottest
August
33°C peak91°F peak
Coldest
July
18°C low64°F low
Wettest
December
231 mm rain9.1 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Lucapa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,332 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 231 mm of rainfall. Lucapa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Lucapa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 76°F and approximately 52.4 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 9.1 in of rainfall. Lucapa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 20°FebMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 20°MarMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 20°AprMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 20°MayMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 19°JunMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 18°JulMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 18°AugMax: 33°Average: 25°Min: 19°SepMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 20°OctMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 20°NovMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 20°DecMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 20°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 68°FFebMax: 85°FAverage: 75°FMin: 68°FMarMax: 85°FAverage: 75°FMin: 68°FAprMax: 85°FAverage: 75°FMin: 68°FMayMax: 89°FAverage: 77°FMin: 67°FJunMax: 90°FAverage: 76°FMin: 64°FJulMax: 90°FAverage: 76°FMin: 64°FAugMax: 91°FAverage: 78°FMin: 66°FSepMax: 90°FAverage: 78°FMin: 68°FOctMax: 88°FAverage: 77°FMin: 68°FNovMax: 84°FAverage: 75°FMin: 68°FDecMax: 83°FAverage: 74°FMin: 68°F
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Lucapa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 33°C. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Lucapa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 64°F to 91°F. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 91°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 64°F and an average of 76°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 178mmFebPrecipitation: 161mmMarPrecipitation: 194mmAprPrecipitation: 171mmMayPrecipitation: 18mmJunPrecipitation: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 8mmSepPrecipitation: 42mmOctPrecipitation: 103mmNovPrecipitation: 227mmDecPrecipitation: 231mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 7inFebPrecipitation: 6.3inMarPrecipitation: 7.6inAprPrecipitation: 6.7inMayPrecipitation: 0.7inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.3inSepPrecipitation: 1.6inOctPrecipitation: 4inNovPrecipitation: 8.9inDecPrecipitation: 9.1in
Precipitation

Lucapa is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,332 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 111 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 231 mm of rainfall. November and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 mm. That's 231 mm less than December, 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.Lucapa is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 52.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.4 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 9.1 in of rainfall. November and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 in. That's 9.1 in less than December, 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/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5km/hFebWind Speed: 5km/hMarWind Speed: 5km/hAprWind Speed: 5km/hMayWind Speed: 7km/hJunWind Speed: 9km/hJulWind Speed: 9km/hAugWind Speed: 7km/hSepWind Speed: 6km/hOctWind Speed: 5km/hNovWind Speed: 4km/hDecWind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 4mphSepWind Speed: 4mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Lucapa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8km/h in winter, 5km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Lucapa is relatively calm, 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 July, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 3mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 5mph in winter, 3mph in spring, 3mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan23°74°F
Feb24°75°F
Mar24°75°F
Apr24°75°F
May25°77°F
Jun25°76°F
Jul25°76°F
Aug25°78°F
Sep26°78°F
Oct25°77°F
Nov24°75°F
Dec23°74°F

The best time to visit Lucapa is during May, June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 6 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Lucapa is during May, June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 77°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.2 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 91°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 Lucapa 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 Lucapa 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
20 °C68 °F
29 °C84 °F
5 km/h3 mph
178 mm7 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
20 °C68 °F
29 °C85 °F
5 km/h3 mph
161 mm6.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
20 °C68 °F
30 °C85 °F
5 km/h3 mph
194 mm7.6 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
20 °C68 °F
29 °C85 °F
5 km/h3 mph
171 mm6.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
19 °C67 °F
32 °C89 °F
7 km/h4 mph
18 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
18 °C64 °F
32 °C90 °F
9 km/h6 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
18 °C64 °F
32 °C90 °F
9 km/h6 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
19 °C66 °F
33 °C91 °F
7 km/h4 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
20 °C68 °F
32 °C90 °F
6 km/h4 mph
42 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
20 °C68 °F
31 °C88 °F
5 km/h3 mph
103 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
20 °C68 °F
29 °C84 °F
4 km/h3 mph
227 mm8.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
20 °C68 °F
28 °C83 °F
5 km/h3 mph
231 mm9.1 in
0 cm0 in