Climate Insights for Sake
Masisi, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo
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
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
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
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
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.