Climate Insights for Dokolo

The climate in Dokolo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1441mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 204mm of rainfall. Dokolo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Dokolo sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 33°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Dokolo is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1441mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 120mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 204mm of rainfall. October and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 23mm. That's 180mm less than April, 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.

Dokolo 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 February, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, 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 8km/h in winter, 6km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.

It is currently autumn in Dokolo, which began on September 23, 2026. Dokolo sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 19°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

The best time to visit Dokolo is during December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 45mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°C, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 19°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Dokolo 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.