Climate Insights for Base aérienne Kitona

Moanda, Kongo Central, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Hottest
March
29°C peak85°F peak
Coldest
August
21°C low70°F low
Wettest
December
188 mm rain7.4 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Base aérienne Kitona is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,004 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 188 mm of rainfall. Base aérienne Kitona sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Base aérienne Kitona is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 39.5 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 7.4 in of rainfall. Base aérienne Kitona sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 25°FebMax: 29°Average: 27°Min: 26°MarMax: 29°Average: 27°Min: 26°AprMax: 29°Average: 27°Min: 26°MayMax: 28°Average: 26°Min: 25°JunMax: 26°Average: 24°Min: 23°JulMax: 24°Average: 23°Min: 21°AugMax: 24°Average: 22°Min: 21°SepMax: 25°Average: 24°Min: 23°OctMax: 27°Average: 26°Min: 24°NovMax: 28°Average: 26°Min: 25°DecMax: 28°Average: 26°Min: 25°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 83°FAverage: 80°FMin: 78°FFebMax: 84°FAverage: 81°FMin: 78°FMarMax: 85°FAverage: 81°FMin: 79°FAprMax: 84°FAverage: 81°FMin: 78°FMayMax: 82°FAverage: 80°FMin: 77°FJunMax: 78°FAverage: 75°FMin: 73°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 73°FMin: 70°FAugMax: 75°FAverage: 72°FMin: 70°FSepMax: 78°FAverage: 75°FMin: 73°FOctMax: 81°FAverage: 78°FMin: 76°FNovMax: 82°FAverage: 79°FMin: 77°FDecMax: 83°FAverage: 80°FMin: 77°F
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Base aérienne Kitona has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Base aérienne Kitona has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 15°F range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 70°F and an average of 72°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 132mmFebPrecipitation: 136mmMarPrecipitation: 115mmAprPrecipitation: 137mmMayPrecipitation: 55mmJunPrecipitation: 9mmJulPrecipitation: 6mmAugPrecipitation: 8mmSepPrecipitation: 17mmOctPrecipitation: 55mmNovPrecipitation: 146mmDecPrecipitation: 188mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.2inFebPrecipitation: 5.3inMarPrecipitation: 4.5inAprPrecipitation: 5.4inMayPrecipitation: 2.2inJunPrecipitation: 0.4inJulPrecipitation: 0.2inAugPrecipitation: 0.3inSepPrecipitation: 0.7inOctPrecipitation: 2.2inNovPrecipitation: 5.8inDecPrecipitation: 7.4in
Precipitation

Base aérienne Kitona is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,004 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 84 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 188 mm of rainfall. November and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 6 mm. That's 182 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.Base aérienne Kitona is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 39.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.3 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 7.4 in of rainfall. November and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.2 in. That's 7.2 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/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8km/hFebWind Speed: 9km/hMarWind Speed: 9km/hAprWind Speed: 9km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 11km/hDecWind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 6mph
Wind Speed

Base aérienne Kitona is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/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 11km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.Base aérienne Kitona 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 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph 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 7mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan27°80°F
Feb27°81°F
Mar27°81°F
Apr27°81°F
May26°80°F
Jun24°75°F
Jul23°73°F
Aug22°72°F
Sep24°75°F
Oct26°78°F
Nov26°79°F
Dec26°80°F

The best time to visit Base aérienne Kitona 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 10 mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Base aérienne Kitona is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 74°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.4 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 85°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 Base aérienne Kitona 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 Base aérienne Kitona 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
25 °C78 °F
28 °C83 °F
8 km/h5 mph
132 mm5.2 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
26 °C78 °F
29 °C84 °F
9 km/h5 mph
136 mm5.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
26 °C79 °F
29 °C85 °F
9 km/h6 mph
115 mm4.5 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
26 °C78 °F
29 °C84 °F
9 km/h6 mph
137 mm5.4 in
0 cm0 in
May
25 °C77 °F
28 °C82 °F
10 km/h6 mph
55 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
23 °C73 °F
26 °C78 °F
11 km/h7 mph
9 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
21 °C70 °F
24 °C75 °F
11 km/h7 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
21 °C70 °F
24 °C75 °F
11 km/h7 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
23 °C73 °F
25 °C78 °F
13 km/h8 mph
17 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
24 °C76 °F
27 °C81 °F
13 km/h8 mph
55 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
25 °C77 °F
28 °C82 °F
11 km/h7 mph
146 mm5.8 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
25 °C77 °F
28 °C83 °F
9 km/h6 mph
188 mm7.4 in
0 cm0 in