Climate Insights for Uvira

South Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Hottest
February
27°C peak80°F peak
Coldest
January
22°C low72°F low
Wettest
January
286 mm rain11.3 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Uvira is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,179 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 286 mm of rainfall. Uvira sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Uvira is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 46.4 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 11.3 in of rainfall. Uvira sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 24°Min: 22°FebMax: 27°Average: 25°Min: 23°MarMax: 26°Average: 25°Min: 23°AprMax: 25°Average: 24°Min: 23°MayMax: 25°Average: 24°Min: 23°JunMax: 25°Average: 24°Min: 23°JulMax: 24°Average: 23°Min: 22°AugMax: 25°Average: 24°Min: 23°SepMax: 26°Average: 25°Min: 24°OctMax: 26°Average: 25°Min: 23°NovMax: 26°Average: 24°Min: 23°DecMax: 25°Average: 24°Min: 22°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 78°FAverage: 75°FMin: 72°FFebMax: 80°FAverage: 76°FMin: 73°FMarMax: 80°FAverage: 76°FMin: 74°FAprMax: 78°FAverage: 75°FMin: 73°FMayMax: 78°FAverage: 75°FMin: 73°FJunMax: 77°FAverage: 75°FMin: 73°FJulMax: 76°FAverage: 74°FMin: 72°FAugMax: 77°FAverage: 75°FMin: 74°FSepMax: 79°FAverage: 77°FMin: 75°FOctMax: 79°FAverage: 76°FMin: 74°FNovMax: 78°FAverage: 75°FMin: 73°FDecMax: 78°FAverage: 75°FMin: 72°F
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Uvira has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows.Uvira has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 72°F and an average of 75°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 286mmFebPrecipitation: 103mmMarPrecipitation: 113mmAprPrecipitation: 260mmMayPrecipitation: 70mmJunPrecipitation: 12mmJulPrecipitation: 10mmAugPrecipitation: 4mmSepPrecipitation: 7mmOctPrecipitation: 30mmNovPrecipitation: 76mmDecPrecipitation: 207mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 11.3inFebPrecipitation: 4inMarPrecipitation: 4.5inAprPrecipitation: 10.2inMayPrecipitation: 2.7inJunPrecipitation: 0.5inJulPrecipitation: 0.4inAugPrecipitation: 0.2inSepPrecipitation: 0.3inOctPrecipitation: 1.2inNovPrecipitation: 3inDecPrecipitation: 8.1in
Precipitation

Uvira is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,179 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 98 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 286 mm of rainfall. April and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 4 mm. That's 282 mm less than January, 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.Uvira is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 46.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.9 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 11.3 in of rainfall. April and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.2 in. That's 11.1 in less than January, 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: 8km/hFebWind Speed: 8km/hMarWind Speed: 9km/hAprWind Speed: 9km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 10km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Uvira is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 8km/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 12km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.Uvira is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph 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 7mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan24°75°F
Feb25°76°F
Mar25°76°F
Apr24°75°F
May24°75°F
Jun24°75°F
Jul23°74°F
Aug24°75°F
Sep25°77°F
Oct25°76°F
Nov24°75°F
Dec24°75°F

The best time to visit Uvira is during May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 30 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 27°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 22°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Uvira is during May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.2 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 80°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 72°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Uvira 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 Uvira 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
22 °C72 °F
26 °C78 °F
8 km/h5 mph
286 mm11.3 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
23 °C73 °F
27 °C80 °F
8 km/h5 mph
103 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
23 °C74 °F
26 °C80 °F
9 km/h5 mph
113 mm4.5 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
23 °C73 °F
25 °C78 °F
9 km/h6 mph
260 mm10.2 in
0 cm0 in
May
23 °C73 °F
25 °C78 °F
11 km/h7 mph
70 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
23 °C73 °F
25 °C77 °F
11 km/h7 mph
12 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
22 °C72 °F
24 °C76 °F
12 km/h7 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
23 °C74 °F
25 °C77 °F
12 km/h7 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
24 °C75 °F
26 °C79 °F
12 km/h7 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
23 °C74 °F
26 °C79 °F
12 km/h7 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
23 °C73 °F
26 °C78 °F
10 km/h6 mph
76 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
22 °C72 °F
25 °C78 °F
8 km/h5 mph
207 mm8.1 in
0 cm0 in