Climate Insights for Likouala
Zanaga, Lékoumou Department, Congo-Brazzaville
Climate Overview
The climate in Likouala is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,488 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 234 mm of rainfall. Likouala sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Likouala is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 58.6 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 9.2 in of rainfall. Likouala sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Likouala sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 30°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July 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.Likouala 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 77°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 66°F and an average of 72°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Likouala is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,488 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 124 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 234 mm of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 6 mm. That's 228 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.Likouala is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 58.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.9 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 9.2 in of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.2 in. That's 9 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
Likouala 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.Likouala 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.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Likouala 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 25 mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 30°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Likouala is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 74°F with modest rainfall averaging 1 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 Likouala 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 Likouala 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.