Climate Insights for Bunia

Ituri, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Hottest
February
30°C peak87°F peak
Coldest
December
19°C low66°F low
Wettest
September
149 mm rain5.9 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Bunia is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1,148 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 149 mm of rainfall. Bunia sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Bunia is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 45.2 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 5.9 in of rainfall. Bunia sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 19°FebMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 20°MarMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 20°AprMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 20°MayMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 20°JunMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°JulMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 19°AugMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 19°SepMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 19°OctMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 19°NovMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 19°DecMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 85°FAverage: 75°FMin: 66°FFebMax: 87°FAverage: 77°FMin: 68°FMarMax: 85°FAverage: 76°FMin: 68°FAprMax: 82°FAverage: 74°FMin: 68°FMayMax: 83°FAverage: 74°FMin: 68°FJunMax: 82°FAverage: 74°FMin: 67°FJulMax: 81°FAverage: 73°FMin: 66°FAugMax: 81°FAverage: 72°FMin: 66°FSepMax: 81°FAverage: 72°FMin: 66°FOctMax: 81°FAverage: 73°FMin: 66°FNovMax: 80°FAverage: 72°FMin: 66°FDecMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 66°F
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Bunia sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 30°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Bunia sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 66°F to 87°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 66°F and an average of 73°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 16mmFebPrecipitation: 27mmMarPrecipitation: 98mmAprPrecipitation: 118mmMayPrecipitation: 85mmJunPrecipitation: 84mmJulPrecipitation: 103mmAugPrecipitation: 139mmSepPrecipitation: 149mmOctPrecipitation: 148mmNovPrecipitation: 129mmDecPrecipitation: 51mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.6inFebPrecipitation: 1.1inMarPrecipitation: 3.9inAprPrecipitation: 4.7inMayPrecipitation: 3.3inJunPrecipitation: 3.3inJulPrecipitation: 4.1inAugPrecipitation: 5.5inSepPrecipitation: 5.9inOctPrecipitation: 5.8inNovPrecipitation: 5.1inDecPrecipitation: 2in
Precipitation

Bunia is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,148 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 96 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 149 mm of rainfall. October and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 16 mm. That's 134 mm less than September, 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.Bunia is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 45.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.8 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 5.9 in of rainfall. October and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.6 in. That's 5.3 in less than September, 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/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4km/hFebWind Speed: 5km/hMarWind Speed: 5km/hAprWind Speed: 5km/hMayWind Speed: 5km/hJunWind Speed: 5km/hJulWind Speed: 4km/hAugWind Speed: 4km/hSepWind Speed: 4km/hOctWind Speed: 4km/hNovWind Speed: 4km/hDecWind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 2mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 2mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Bunia 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 May, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 4km/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.Bunia 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 May, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 2mph, 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

Jan24°75°F
Feb25°77°F
Mar24°76°F
Apr23°74°F
May24°74°F
Jun23°74°F
Jul23°73°F
Aug22°72°F
Sep22°72°F
Oct23°73°F
Nov22°72°F
Dec23°73°F

The best time to visit Bunia is during January, February, March, May, June and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 60 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 Bunia is during January, February, March, May, June and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.4 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 Bunia 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 Bunia 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
19 °C66 °F
30 °C85 °F
4 km/h3 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
20 °C68 °F
30 °C87 °F
5 km/h3 mph
27 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
20 °C68 °F
29 °C85 °F
5 km/h3 mph
98 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
20 °C68 °F
28 °C82 °F
5 km/h3 mph
118 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
20 °C68 °F
28 °C83 °F
5 km/h3 mph
85 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
19 °C67 °F
28 °C82 °F
5 km/h3 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
19 °C66 °F
27 °C81 °F
4 km/h2 mph
103 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
19 °C66 °F
27 °C81 °F
4 km/h3 mph
139 mm5.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
19 °C66 °F
27 °C81 °F
4 km/h2 mph
149 mm5.9 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
19 °C66 °F
27 °C81 °F
4 km/h3 mph
148 mm5.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
19 °C66 °F
27 °C80 °F
4 km/h3 mph
129 mm5.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
19 °C66 °F
28 °C82 °F
4 km/h3 mph
51 mm2 in
0 cm0 in