Climate Insights for Lwengo

The climate in Lwengo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1048mm of precipitation falls per year. Lwengo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lwengo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Lwengo sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 29°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Lwengo is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1048mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 87mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 141mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 39mm. That's 103mm less than April, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Lwengo is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 0km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently autumn in Lwengo, which began on March 20, 2026. Lwengo 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in June near 17°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.

The best time to visit Lwengo is during January, February, March, May, June, July, August and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 69mm per month. 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 Lwengo 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.