Climate Insights for Sake

Masisi, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Hottest
August
23°C peak73°F peak
Coldest
July
13°C low56°F low
Wettest
November
375 mm rain14.7 in 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 2,583 mm 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.The climate in Sake is temperate. The average annual temperature is 64°F and approximately 101.7 in 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

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°FebMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 14°MarMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 14°AprMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°MayMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 14°JunMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 13°JulMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 13°AugMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 14°SepMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°OctMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°NovMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 14°DecMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 72°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°FFebMax: 73°FAverage: 65°FMin: 58°FMarMax: 73°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°FAprMax: 72°FAverage: 64°FMin: 58°FMayMax: 73°FAverage: 65°FMin: 58°FJunMax: 72°FAverage: 64°FMin: 56°FJulMax: 72°FAverage: 64°FMin: 56°FAugMax: 73°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°FSepMax: 72°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°FOctMax: 72°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°FNovMax: 71°FAverage: 63°FMin: 57°FDecMax: 71°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°F
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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.Sake has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 17°F range. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 64°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 56°F and an average of 64°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 146mmFebPrecipitation: 152mmMarPrecipitation: 304mmAprPrecipitation: 305mmMayPrecipitation: 175mmJunPrecipitation: 96mmJulPrecipitation: 66mmAugPrecipitation: 130mmSepPrecipitation: 245mmOctPrecipitation: 370mmNovPrecipitation: 375mmDecPrecipitation: 219mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.7inFebPrecipitation: 6inMarPrecipitation: 12inAprPrecipitation: 12inMayPrecipitation: 6.9inJunPrecipitation: 3.8inJulPrecipitation: 2.6inAugPrecipitation: 5.1inSepPrecipitation: 9.6inOctPrecipitation: 14.6inNovPrecipitation: 14.7inDecPrecipitation: 8.6in
Precipitation

Sake is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,583 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 215 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 375 mm of rainfall. October and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 66 mm. That's 309 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.Sake is a very wet location, receiving approximately 101.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.5 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 14.8 in of rainfall. October and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2.6 in. That's 12.2 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

0km/h5km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5km/hFebWind Speed: 5km/hMarWind Speed: 4km/hAprWind Speed: 4km/hMayWind Speed: 5km/hJunWind Speed: 5km/hJulWind Speed: 5km/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: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 2mphOctWind Speed: 2mphNovWind Speed: 2mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Sake 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 June, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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.Sake 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 June, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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

Jan18°64°F
Feb18°65°F
Mar18°64°F
Apr18°64°F
May18°65°F
Jun18°64°F
Jul18°64°F
Aug18°64°F
Sep18°64°F
Oct18°64°F
Nov17°63°F
Dec18°64°F

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 81 mm 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.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 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 73°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 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.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 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
14 °C57 °F
22 °C72 °F
5 km/h3 mph
146 mm5.7 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
14 °C58 °F
23 °C73 °F
5 km/h3 mph
152 mm6 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
14 °C57 °F
23 °C73 °F
4 km/h3 mph
304 mm12 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
14 °C58 °F
22 °C72 °F
4 km/h3 mph
305 mm12 in
0 cm0 in
May
14 °C58 °F
23 °C73 °F
5 km/h3 mph
175 mm6.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
13 °C56 °F
22 °C72 °F
5 km/h3 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
13 °C56 °F
22 °C72 °F
5 km/h3 mph
66 mm2.6 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C57 °F
23 °C73 °F
4 km/h3 mph
130 mm5.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C57 °F
22 °C72 °F
4 km/h2 mph
245 mm9.6 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
14 °C57 °F
22 °C72 °F
4 km/h2 mph
370 mm14.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
14 °C57 °F
22 °C71 °F
4 km/h2 mph
375 mm14.7 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
14 °C57 °F
22 °C71 °F
4 km/h3 mph
219 mm8.6 in
0 cm0 in