Climate Insights for Lubutu

Maniema, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Hottest
February
32°C peak89°F peak
Coldest
September
21°C low70°F low
Wettest
November
241 mm rain9.5 in rain
Best to Visit
July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Lubutu is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1,819 mm of precipitation falls per year. Lubutu receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lubutu sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Lubutu is hot. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 71.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Lubutu receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lubutu sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 22°FebMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 22°MarMax: 31°Average: 26°Min: 22°AprMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 22°MayMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 22°JunMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 22°JulMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 21°AugMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 21°SepMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 21°OctMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 21°NovMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 21°DecMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 22°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 87°FAverage: 78°FMin: 71°FFebMax: 89°FAverage: 79°FMin: 72°FMarMax: 87°FAverage: 78°FMin: 72°FAprMax: 86°FAverage: 77°FMin: 72°FMayMax: 86°FAverage: 78°FMin: 72°FJunMax: 86°FAverage: 77°FMin: 71°FJulMax: 86°FAverage: 77°FMin: 71°FAugMax: 85°FAverage: 76°FMin: 70°FSepMax: 85°FAverage: 76°FMin: 70°FOctMax: 85°FAverage: 76°FMin: 71°FNovMax: 84°FAverage: 76°FMin: 70°FDecMax: 85°FAverage: 76°FMin: 71°F
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Lubutu sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 32°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Lubutu sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 70°F to 89°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 79°F. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 70°F and an average of 76°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 73mmFebPrecipitation: 93mmMarPrecipitation: 161mmAprPrecipitation: 164mmMayPrecipitation: 162mmJunPrecipitation: 89mmJulPrecipitation: 87mmAugPrecipitation: 153mmSepPrecipitation: 195mmOctPrecipitation: 237mmNovPrecipitation: 241mmDecPrecipitation: 163mm
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0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.9inFebPrecipitation: 3.7inMarPrecipitation: 6.3inAprPrecipitation: 6.5inMayPrecipitation: 6.4inJunPrecipitation: 3.5inJulPrecipitation: 3.4inAugPrecipitation: 6inSepPrecipitation: 7.7inOctPrecipitation: 9.3inNovPrecipitation: 9.5inDecPrecipitation: 6.4in
Precipitation

Lubutu is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,819 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 152 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 241 mm of rainfall. October and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 73 mm. That's 168 mm less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Lubutu is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 71.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 9.5 in of rainfall. October and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2.9 in. That's 6.6 in less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 5km/hAprWind Speed: 5km/hMayWind Speed: 4km/hJunWind Speed: 4km/hJulWind Speed: 5km/hAugWind Speed: 5km/hSepWind Speed: 5km/hOctWind Speed: 4km/hNovWind Speed: 4km/hDecWind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 2mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Lubutu 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 February, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Lubutu 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 February, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan25°78°F
Feb26°79°F
Mar26°78°F
Apr25°77°F
May25°78°F
Jun25°77°F
Jul25°77°F
Aug25°76°F
Sep24°76°F
Oct25°76°F
Nov24°76°F
Dec25°76°F

The best time to visit Lubutu is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 87 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while September is the coldest period with lows dropping to 21°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Lubutu is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 77°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.4 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 89°F, while September is the coldest period with lows dropping to 70°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Lubutu 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 Lubutu 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
22 °C71 °F
31 °C87 °F
5 km/h3 mph
73 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
22 °C72 °F
32 °C89 °F
6 km/h4 mph
93 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
22 °C72 °F
31 °C87 °F
5 km/h3 mph
161 mm6.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
22 °C72 °F
30 °C86 °F
5 km/h3 mph
164 mm6.5 in
0 cm0 in
May
22 °C72 °F
30 °C86 °F
4 km/h2 mph
162 mm6.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
22 °C71 °F
30 °C86 °F
4 km/h3 mph
89 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
21 °C71 °F
30 °C86 °F
5 km/h3 mph
87 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
21 °C70 °F
29 °C85 °F
5 km/h3 mph
153 mm6 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
21 °C70 °F
29 °C85 °F
5 km/h3 mph
195 mm7.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
21 °C71 °F
29 °C85 °F
4 km/h3 mph
237 mm9.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C70 °F
29 °C84 °F
4 km/h3 mph
241 mm9.5 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
22 °C71 °F
29 °C85 °F
4 km/h3 mph
163 mm6.4 in
0 cm0 in