Climate Insights for Tenke

Lubudi, Lualaba, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Hottest
September
30°C peak86°F peak
Coldest
July
13°C low55°F low
Wettest
December
232 mm rain9.1 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Tenke is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 1,182 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 232 mm of rainfall. Tenke is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: September, October, August. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 13°C.The climate in Tenke is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 69°F and approximately 46.6 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 9.1 in of rainfall. Tenke is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: September, October, August. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 55°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 24°Average: 20°Min: 17°FebMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 17°MarMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 17°AprMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 17°MayMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°JunMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 13°JulMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 13°AugMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 15°SepMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 18°OctMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 18°NovMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°DecMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 17°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 76°FAverage: 68°FMin: 63°FFebMax: 78°FAverage: 69°FMin: 63°FMarMax: 78°FAverage: 69°FMin: 63°FAprMax: 78°FAverage: 69°FMin: 62°FMayMax: 79°FAverage: 68°FMin: 60°FJunMax: 77°FAverage: 66°FMin: 56°FJulMax: 77°FAverage: 65°FMin: 55°FAugMax: 82°FAverage: 70°FMin: 59°FSepMax: 86°FAverage: 75°FMin: 64°FOctMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 65°FNovMax: 80°FAverage: 70°FMin: 63°FDecMax: 77°FAverage: 69°FMin: 63°F
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Tenke sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 13°C to 30°C. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 19°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between July and August, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Tenke sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 55°F to 86°F. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 75°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 55°F and an average of 65°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between July and August, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 222mmFebPrecipitation: 186mmMarPrecipitation: 205mmAprPrecipitation: 80mmMayPrecipitation: 5mmJunPrecipitation: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 5mmOctPrecipitation: 58mmNovPrecipitation: 190mmDecPrecipitation: 232mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 8.7inFebPrecipitation: 7.3inMarPrecipitation: 8.1inAprPrecipitation: 3.2inMayPrecipitation: 0.2inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0.2inOctPrecipitation: 2.3inNovPrecipitation: 7.5inDecPrecipitation: 9.1in
Precipitation

Tenke is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,182 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 99 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 232 mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 mm. That's 232 mm less than December, 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.Tenke is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 46.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.9 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 9.1 in of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 9.1 in less than December, 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/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 9km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 10km/hSepWind Speed: 9km/hOctWind Speed: 8km/hNovWind Speed: 6km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 5mphNovWind Speed: 4mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

Tenke 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 July, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, 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 5km/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 10km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.Tenke is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 4mph, 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, 5mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 5mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan20°68°F
Feb21°69°F
Mar21°69°F
Apr20°69°F
May20°68°F
Jun19°66°F
Jul19°65°F
Aug21°70°F
Sep24°75°F
Oct23°74°F
Nov21°70°F
Dec20°69°F

The best time to visit Tenke is during April, May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 21 mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Tenke is during April, May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 70°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.8 in per month. 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 Tenke 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 Tenke 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
17 °C63 °F
24 °C76 °F
7 km/h4 mph
222 mm8.7 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
17 °C63 °F
25 °C78 °F
6 km/h4 mph
186 mm7.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
17 °C63 °F
25 °C78 °F
6 km/h4 mph
205 mm8.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
17 °C62 °F
25 °C78 °F
9 km/h6 mph
80 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
May
15 °C60 °F
26 °C79 °F
10 km/h6 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
13 °C56 °F
25 °C77 °F
10 km/h6 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
13 °C55 °F
25 °C77 °F
11 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C59 °F
28 °C82 °F
10 km/h6 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
18 °C64 °F
30 °C86 °F
9 km/h6 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
18 °C65 °F
29 °C84 °F
8 km/h5 mph
58 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
17 °C63 °F
26 °C80 °F
6 km/h4 mph
190 mm7.5 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
17 °C63 °F
25 °C77 °F
6 km/h4 mph
232 mm9.1 in
0 cm0 in