Climate Insights for Makungu

The climate in Makungu is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 1377mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 309mm of rainfall. Makungu sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Makungu sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 27°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 16°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Makungu is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1377mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 115mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 309mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 4mm. That's 306mm less than February, 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.

Makungu is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 9km/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 16km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.

It is currently autumn in Makungu, which began on March 20, 2026. Makungu sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in November at around 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 12°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Makungu is during May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 19mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Makungu 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.