Climate Insights for Gamboula

Gamboula, Mambéré-Kadéï, Central African Republic

Hottest
February
34°C peak
Coldest
January
19°C low
Wettest
October
198mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, November
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Gamboula is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1061mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 198mm of rainfall. Gamboula sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 19° Feb Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 21° Mar Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 22° Apr Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° May Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° Jun Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Jul Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Aug Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Sep Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° Oct Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° Nov Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Dec Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Gamboula sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 34°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 26°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 3mm Feb Precipitation: 13mm Mar Precipitation: 67mm Apr Precipitation: 126mm May Precipitation: 96mm Jun Precipitation: 94mm Jul Precipitation: 92mm Aug Precipitation: 127mm Sep Precipitation: 152mm Oct Precipitation: 198mm Nov Precipitation: 83mm Dec Precipitation: 10mm
Precipitation

Gamboula is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1061mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 88mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 198mm of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 3mm. That's 195mm less than October, 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 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 10km/h Feb Wind Speed: 11km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 10km/h May Wind Speed: 9km/h Jun Wind Speed: 9km/h Jul Wind Speed: 10km/h Aug Wind Speed: 10km/h Sep Wind Speed: 10km/h Oct Wind Speed: 8km/h Nov Wind Speed: 9km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Gamboula 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 March, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Gamboula, which began on March 20, 2026. Gamboula sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 19°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 22 to 32°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 289mm for the season, averaging 96mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 313mm across the season with a monthly average of 104mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 21 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 433mm across the season with a monthly average of 144mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 19 to 34°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 26mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 27°
Mar 27°
Apr 26°
May 26°
Jun 25°
Jul 24°
Aug 24°
Sep 24°
Oct 24°
Nov 25°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Gamboula is during June, July and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 90mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 34°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 19°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 Gamboula 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
19 °C
33 °C
10 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
34 °C
11 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
22 °C
32 °C
12 km/h
67 mm
0 cm
Apr
22 °C
31 °C
10 km/h
126 mm
0 cm
May
22 °C
31 °C
9 km/h
96 mm
0 cm
Jun
22 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
94 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
28 °C
10 km/h
92 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
28 °C
10 km/h
127 mm
0 cm
Sep
21 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
152 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
198 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
83 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
32 °C
9 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
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