Climate Insights for Banda
Niari Department, Congo-Brazzaville
Climate Overview
The climate in Banda is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1,750 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 335 mm of rainfall. Banda sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Banda is hot. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 68.9 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 13.2 in of rainfall. Banda sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Banda sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 32°C. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Banda sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 67°F to 89°F. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 67°F and an average of 73°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Banda is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,750 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 146 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 335 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 6 mm. That's 329 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.Banda is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 68.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.7 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 13.2 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.2 in. That's 13 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
Banda is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 4km/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, 4km/h in summer, 5km/h in autumn.Banda 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 September, 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 is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 19 mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Banda is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.7 in per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 89°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 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 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.