Climate Insights for Banda-Kaye
Niari Department, Congo-Brazzaville
Climate Overview
The climate in Banda-Kaye is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,423 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 261 mm of rainfall. Banda-Kaye sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Banda-Kaye is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 76°F and approximately 56 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 10.3 in of rainfall. Banda-Kaye sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Banda-Kaye sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 31°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Banda-Kaye sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 66°F to 87°F. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 66°F and an average of 72°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Banda-Kaye is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,423 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 119 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 261 mm of rainfall. November and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2 mm. That's 260 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.Banda-Kaye is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 56 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.7 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 10.3 in of rainfall. November and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.1 in. That's 10.2 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
Banda-Kaye is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/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 7km/h in winter, 6km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 5km/h in autumn.Banda-Kaye is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 3mph, 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 4mph in winter, 4mph in spring, 3mph in summer, 3mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Banda-Kaye is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 9 mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Banda-Kaye is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 73°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.4 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 87°F. 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 Banda-Kaye 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 Banda-Kaye 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.