Climate Insights for Basoko

Seke-Banza, Tshopo, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Hottest
February
34°C peak
Coldest
August
23°C low
Wettest
October
158mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Basoko is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1193mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 158mm of rainfall. Basoko sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 34° Average: 28° Min: 23° Feb Max: 34° Average: 28° Min: 24° Mar Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° Apr Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° May Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Jun Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 23° Jul Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 23° Aug Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Sep Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Oct Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Nov Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Dec Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 23°
Max
Average
Min

Basoko sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 23°C to 34°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 23mm Feb Precipitation: 43mm Mar Precipitation: 99mm Apr Precipitation: 127mm May Precipitation: 98mm Jun Precipitation: 79mm Jul Precipitation: 92mm Aug Precipitation: 127mm Sep Precipitation: 135mm Oct Precipitation: 158mm Nov Precipitation: 149mm Dec Precipitation: 62mm
Precipitation

Basoko is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1193mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 99mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 158mm of rainfall. November and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 23mm. That's 135mm less than October, 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/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 10km/h Feb Wind Speed: 10km/h Mar Wind Speed: 10km/h Apr Wind Speed: 9km/h May Wind Speed: 7km/h Jun Wind Speed: 7km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 8km/h Sep Wind Speed: 8km/h Oct Wind Speed: 7km/h Nov Wind Speed: 8km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Basoko is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 7km/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 9km/h in winter, 9km/h in spring, 7km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Basoko, which began on March 20, 2026. Basoko sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 23°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 325mm across the season with a monthly average of 108mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 31°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 299mm for the season, averaging 100mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 441mm across the season with a monthly average of 147mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 23 to 34°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 128mm over the season and a monthly average of 43mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Basoko 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
23 °C
34 °C
10 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
34 °C
10 km/h
43 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
24 °C
33 °C
10 km/h
99 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
32 °C
9 km/h
127 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
31 °C
7 km/h
98 mm
0 cm
Jun
23 °C
31 °C
7 km/h
79 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
31 °C
8 km/h
92 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
30 °C
8 km/h
127 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
30 °C
8 km/h
135 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
30 °C
7 km/h
158 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
30 °C
8 km/h
149 mm
0 cm
Dec
23 °C
31 °C
9 km/h
62 mm
0 cm
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