Climate Insights for Boma

Kongo Central, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Hottest
March
31°C peak88°F peak
Coldest
July
19°C low67°F low
Wettest
December
218 mm rain8.6 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Boma is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1,283 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 218 mm of rainfall. Boma sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Boma is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 50.5 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 8.6 in of rainfall. Boma sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 24°FebMax: 31°Average: 27°Min: 24°MarMax: 31°Average: 27°Min: 24°AprMax: 31°Average: 27°Min: 24°MayMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 24°JunMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°JulMax: 26°Average: 22°Min: 19°AugMax: 26°Average: 23°Min: 19°SepMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°OctMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 23°NovMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 24°DecMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 24°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 87°FAverage: 80°FMin: 75°FFebMax: 88°FAverage: 80°FMin: 75°FMarMax: 88°FAverage: 81°FMin: 75°FAprMax: 88°FAverage: 81°FMin: 75°FMayMax: 86°FAverage: 79°FMin: 74°FJunMax: 82°FAverage: 75°FMin: 70°FJulMax: 79°FAverage: 72°FMin: 67°FAugMax: 79°FAverage: 73°FMin: 67°FSepMax: 82°FAverage: 75°FMin: 70°FOctMax: 85°FAverage: 78°FMin: 73°FNovMax: 87°FAverage: 79°FMin: 75°FDecMax: 86°FAverage: 79°FMin: 74°F
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Boma sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 31°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Boma sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 67°F to 88°F. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 88°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 67°F and an average of 72°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 186mmFebPrecipitation: 155mmMarPrecipitation: 141mmAprPrecipitation: 202mmMayPrecipitation: 63mmJunPrecipitation: 8mmJulPrecipitation: 6mmAugPrecipitation: 12mmSepPrecipitation: 20mmOctPrecipitation: 70mmNovPrecipitation: 203mmDecPrecipitation: 218mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 7.3inFebPrecipitation: 6.1inMarPrecipitation: 5.5inAprPrecipitation: 7.9inMayPrecipitation: 2.5inJunPrecipitation: 0.3inJulPrecipitation: 0.3inAugPrecipitation: 0.5inSepPrecipitation: 0.8inOctPrecipitation: 2.7inNovPrecipitation: 8inDecPrecipitation: 8.6in
Precipitation

Boma is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,283 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 107 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 218 mm of rainfall. November and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 6 mm. That's 212 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.Boma is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 50.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.2 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 8.6 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 8.3 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

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5km/hFebWind Speed: 5km/hMarWind Speed: 5km/hAprWind Speed: 5km/hMayWind Speed: 5km/hJunWind Speed: 5km/hJulWind Speed: 6km/hAugWind Speed: 6km/hSepWind Speed: 6km/hOctWind Speed: 6km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 4mphAugWind Speed: 4mphSepWind Speed: 4mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Boma is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Boma 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 September, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan26°80°F
Feb27°80°F
Mar27°81°F
Apr27°81°F
May26°79°F
Jun24°75°F
Jul22°72°F
Aug23°73°F
Sep24°75°F
Oct26°78°F
Nov26°79°F
Dec26°79°F

The best time to visit Boma 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 12 mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Boma 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 0.5 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 88°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 Boma 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 Boma 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
24 °C75 °F
30 °C87 °F
5 km/h3 mph
186 mm7.3 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
24 °C75 °F
31 °C88 °F
5 km/h3 mph
155 mm6.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
24 °C75 °F
31 °C88 °F
5 km/h3 mph
141 mm5.5 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
24 °C75 °F
31 °C88 °F
5 km/h3 mph
202 mm7.9 in
0 cm0 in
May
24 °C74 °F
30 °C86 °F
5 km/h3 mph
63 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
21 °C70 °F
28 °C82 °F
5 km/h3 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
19 °C67 °F
26 °C79 °F
6 km/h4 mph
6 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
19 °C67 °F
26 °C79 °F
6 km/h4 mph
12 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
21 °C70 °F
28 °C82 °F
6 km/h4 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
23 °C73 °F
30 °C85 °F
6 km/h4 mph
70 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
24 °C75 °F
30 °C87 °F
5 km/h3 mph
203 mm8 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
24 °C74 °F
30 °C86 °F
5 km/h3 mph
218 mm8.6 in
0 cm0 in