Climate Insights for Makabana
Niari Department, Congo-Brazzaville
Climate Overview
The climate in Makabana is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,396 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 243 mm of rainfall. Makabana sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Makabana is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 55 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 9.6 in of rainfall. Makabana sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Makabana sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 32°C. The warmest month is March, 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 24°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.Makabana sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 68°F to 90°F. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 68°F and an average of 75°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
Makabana is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,396 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 116 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 243 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 6 mm. That's 237 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.Makabana is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 55 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.6 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 9.6 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 9.3 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
Makabana 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 August, averaging 6km/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 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Makabana 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 August, averaging 4mph, 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 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Makabana is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 10 mm per month. By contrast, March 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 Makabana is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.4 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 90°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 Makabana 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 Makabana 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.