Climate Insights for Mbankana
Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Climate Overview
The climate in Mbankana is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1,261 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 207 mm of rainfall. Mbankana sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Mbankana is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 76°F and approximately 49.7 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 8.2 in of rainfall. Mbankana sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Mbankana 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 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Mbankana sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 67°F to 87°F. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 67°F and an average of 75°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Mbankana is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,261 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 105 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 207 mm of rainfall. December and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 4 mm. That's 203 mm less than November, 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.Mbankana is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 49.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.1 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 8.1 in of rainfall. December and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.2 in. That's 8 in less than November, 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
Mbankana 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 August, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, 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 4km/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, 7km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Mbankana is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph 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 6mph in winter, 4mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Mbankana is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 13 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 Mbankana is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.5 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 87°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 Mbankana 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 Mbankana 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.