Climate Insights for Makamba
Climate Overview
The climate in Makamba is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 2,461 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 382 mm of rainfall. Makamba sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Makamba is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 71°F and approximately 96.9 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 15 in of rainfall. Makamba sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Makamba sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 28°C. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Makamba sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 61°F to 82°F. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 61°F and an average of 70°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Makamba is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,461 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 205 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 382 mm of rainfall. November and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 17 mm. That's 364 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.Makamba is a very wet location, receiving approximately 96.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.1 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 15 in of rainfall. November and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.7 in. That's 14.3 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
Makamba is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Makamba is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 2mph, 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.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Makamba is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 41 mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Makamba is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.6 in per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Makamba 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 Makamba 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.