Climate Insights for Beni

Seke-Banza, Province du Nord-Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Hottest
February
31°C peak
Coldest
December
18°C low
Wettest
October
178mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Beni is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1260mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 178mm of rainfall. Beni 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: 30° Average: 23° Min: 18° Feb Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 19° Mar Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 19° Apr Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 19° May Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 19° Jun Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Jul Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Aug Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Sep Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 18° Oct Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 18° Nov Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 18° Dec Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 18°
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Average
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Beni sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 31°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 17mm Feb Precipitation: 23mm Mar Precipitation: 74mm Apr Precipitation: 121mm May Precipitation: 135mm Jun Precipitation: 119mm Jul Precipitation: 103mm Aug Precipitation: 118mm Sep Precipitation: 157mm Oct Precipitation: 178mm Nov Precipitation: 138mm Dec Precipitation: 76mm
Precipitation

Beni is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1260mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 105mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 178mm of rainfall. September and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 17mm. That's 161mm 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: 8km/h Feb Wind Speed: 9km/h Mar Wind Speed: 8km/h Apr Wind Speed: 7km/h May Wind Speed: 6km/h Jun Wind Speed: 6km/h Jul Wind Speed: 6km/h Aug Wind Speed: 6km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 6km/h Nov Wind Speed: 6km/h Dec Wind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed

Beni 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 February, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, 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, 6km/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 Beni, which began on March 20, 2026. Beni 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 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 18°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 19 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 330mm across the season with a monthly average of 110mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 341mm across the season with a monthly average of 114mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 18 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 473mm across the season with a monthly average of 158mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 18 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 116mm over the season and a monthly average of 39mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 23°
Feb 24°
Mar 23°
Apr 23°
May 23°
Jun 22°
Jul 22°
Aug 22°
Sep 21°
Oct 21°
Nov 21°
Dec 22°

The best time to visit Beni is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 47mm 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 Beni 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
18 °C
30 °C
8 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
31 °C
9 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
19 °C
30 °C
8 km/h
74 mm
0 cm
Apr
19 °C
29 °C
7 km/h
121 mm
0 cm
May
19 °C
29 °C
6 km/h
135 mm
0 cm
Jun
18 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
119 mm
0 cm
Jul
18 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
103 mm
0 cm
Aug
18 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
118 mm
0 cm
Sep
18 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
157 mm
0 cm
Oct
18 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
178 mm
0 cm
Nov
18 °C
26 °C
6 km/h
138 mm
0 cm
Dec
18 °C
28 °C
8 km/h
76 mm
0 cm
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