Climate Insights for Sake

Opala, Province du Nord-Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Hottest
August
23°C peak
Coldest
July
13°C low
Wettest
November
369mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sake is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 2509mm of precipitation falls per year. Sake receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sake sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 14° Feb Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° Mar Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° Apr Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 14° May Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° Jun Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 13° Jul Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 13° Aug Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° Sep Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° Oct Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 14° Nov Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 14° Dec Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 14°
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Average
Min

Sake has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 18°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 18°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 139mm Feb Precipitation: 160mm Mar Precipitation: 297mm Apr Precipitation: 291mm May Precipitation: 167mm Jun Precipitation: 97mm Jul Precipitation: 57mm Aug Precipitation: 116mm Sep Precipitation: 242mm Oct Precipitation: 358mm Nov Precipitation: 369mm Dec Precipitation: 216mm
Precipitation

Sake is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2509mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 209mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 369mm of rainfall. October and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 57mm. That's 312mm 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

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 10km/h Feb Wind Speed: 9km/h Mar Wind Speed: 8km/h Apr Wind Speed: 7km/h May Wind Speed: 8km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 8km/h Sep Wind Speed: 7km/h Oct Wind Speed: 7km/h Nov Wind Speed: 7km/h Dec Wind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed

Sake is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 7km/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.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Sake, which began on March 20, 2026. Sake sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in August at around 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 13°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 14 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 969mm across the season with a monthly average of 323mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 14 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 515mm across the season with a monthly average of 172mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 14 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 755mm across the season with a monthly average of 252mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 13 to 23°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 270mm for the season, averaging 90mm per month. 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 18°
Feb 18°
Mar 18°
Apr 18°
May 18°
Jun 18°
Jul 18°
Aug 18°
Sep 18°
Oct 18°
Nov 17°
Dec 18°

The best time to visit Sake is during June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 77mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 23°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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Sake 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
14 °C
22 °C
10 km/h
139 mm
0 cm
Feb
14 °C
23 °C
9 km/h
160 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
14 °C
23 °C
8 km/h
297 mm
0 cm
Apr
14 °C
22 °C
7 km/h
291 mm
0 cm
May
14 °C
23 °C
8 km/h
167 mm
0 cm
Jun
13 °C
22 °C
8 km/h
97 mm
0 cm
Jul
13 °C
23 °C
8 km/h
57 mm
0 cm
Aug
14 °C
23 °C
8 km/h
116 mm
0 cm
Sep
14 °C
23 °C
7 km/h
242 mm
0 cm
Oct
14 °C
22 °C
7 km/h
358 mm
0 cm
Nov
14 °C
22 °C
7 km/h
369 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
22 °C
8 km/h
216 mm
0 cm
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