Kinshasa
Democratic Republic of the Congo
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When is the best time to visit Kinshasa?
Monthly averages. The current month is highlighted.
High and low temperature
Rain millimetres per month
The climate in numbers
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.4 °C | 23.1 °C | 160 mm | 12.3 h |
| February | 32.2 °C | 22.8 °C | 137 mm | 12.2 h |
| March | 33.0 °C | 23.4 °C | 189 mm | 12.1 h |
| April | 33.1 °C | 23.4 °C | 169 mm | 12.0 h |
| May | 31.9 °C | 23.1 °C | 132 mm | 11.9 h |
| June | 29.4 °C | 21.1 °C | 9 mm | 11.9 h |
| July | 28.6 °C | 20.0 °C | 3 mm | 11.9 h |
| August | 29.6 °C | 21.0 °C | 11 mm | 12.0 h |
| September | 31.4 °C | 22.2 °C | 43 mm | 12.1 h |
| October | 31.7 °C | 22.8 °C | 164 mm | 12.2 h |
| November | 31.7 °C | 22.8 °C | 264 mm | 12.3 h |
| December | 31.3 °C | 22.9 °C | 216 mm | 12.4 h |
Plan your trip to Kinshasa
Tours in Kinshasa
Tours, tickets and activities to book ahead.
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What to wear in Kinshasa
January in Kinshasa: hot, with highs of 31 °C and lows of 23 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
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Jacket Light windbreaker
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Shoes Closed, water-resistant shoes
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Accessory Folding umbrella
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Accessory Sunglasses
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Accessory Sunscreen
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Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
- It is one of the wettest months, with 160 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
February in Kinshasa: hot, with highs of 32 °C and lows of 23 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
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Jacket Light windbreaker
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Shoes Closed, water-resistant shoes
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Accessory Folding umbrella
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Accessory Sunglasses
-
Accessory Sunscreen
-
Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
- It is one of the wettest months, with 137 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
March in Kinshasa: hot, with highs of 33 °C and lows of 23 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
-
Jacket Light windbreaker
-
Shoes Closed, water-resistant shoes
-
Accessory Folding umbrella
-
Accessory Sunglasses
-
Accessory Sunscreen
-
Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
- It is one of the wettest months, with 189 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
April in Kinshasa: hot, with highs of 33 °C and lows of 23 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
-
Jacket Light windbreaker
-
Shoes Closed, water-resistant shoes
-
Accessory Folding umbrella
-
Accessory Sunglasses
-
Accessory Sunscreen
-
Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
- It is one of the wettest months, with 169 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
May in Kinshasa: hot, with highs of 32 °C and lows of 23 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
-
Jacket Light windbreaker
-
Shoes Closed, water-resistant shoes
-
Accessory Folding umbrella
-
Accessory Sunglasses
-
Accessory Sunscreen
-
Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
- It is one of the wettest months, with 132 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
June in Kinshasa: hot, with highs of 29 °C and lows of 21 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
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Shoes Sandals or light sneakers
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Accessory Sunglasses
-
Accessory Sunscreen
-
Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer or jacket.
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
July in Kinshasa: hot, with highs of 29 °C and lows of 20 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
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Shoes Sandals or light sneakers
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Accessory Sunglasses
-
Accessory Sunscreen
-
Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer or jacket.
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
August in Kinshasa: hot, with highs of 30 °C and lows of 21 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
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Shoes Sandals or light sneakers
-
Accessory Sunglasses
-
Accessory Sunscreen
-
Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer or jacket.
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
September in Kinshasa: hot, with highs of 31 °C and lows of 22 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
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Shoes Sandals or light sneakers
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Accessory Sunglasses
-
Accessory Sunscreen
-
Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer or jacket.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
October in Kinshasa: hot, with highs of 32 °C and lows of 23 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
-
Jacket Light windbreaker
-
Shoes Closed, water-resistant shoes
-
Accessory Folding umbrella
-
Accessory Sunglasses
-
Accessory Sunscreen
-
Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
- It is one of the wettest months, with 164 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
November in Kinshasa: hot, with highs of 32 °C and lows of 23 °C. Light clothes are enough.
-
Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
-
Jacket Light windbreaker
-
Shoes Closed, water-resistant shoes
-
Accessory Folding umbrella
-
Accessory Sunglasses
-
Accessory Sunscreen
-
Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
- It is one of the wettest months, with 264 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
December in Kinshasa: hot, with highs of 31 °C and lows of 23 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
-
Jacket Light windbreaker
-
Shoes Closed, water-resistant shoes
-
Accessory Folding umbrella
-
Accessory Sunglasses
-
Accessory Sunscreen
-
Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
- It is one of the wettest months, with 216 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Curious facts about Kinshasa
- It never gets cold: the average low of the coolest month is 20°.
- Days last almost the same all year: between 11 h 52 min and 12 h 22 min of daylight.
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