Monthly climate guide
Kisangani weather in January
With highs near 30°C (86°F) and lows around 22°C (71°F), January feels hot in Kisangani. Rainfall averages about 51 mm (some rain) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C warmer than December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- It's one of the drier stretches of the year in Kisangani.
- Only one month is warmer in Kisangani than January.
- Rain is well below Kisangani's usual level (around 61% less).
- Humidity near 78% makes 30°C feel stickier than it sounds.
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
30°C
86°F
Avg low
22°C
71°F
Rainfall
51 mm
some rain
Humidity
78%
relative
Sky
77%
cloud · often cloudy
Kisangani weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 86°F | 22°C / 71°F | 51 mm | 78% | 77% |
| February | 31°C / 88°F | 22°C / 72°F | 99 mm | 78% | 80% |
| March | 30°C / 85°F | 23°C / 73°F | 137 mm | 83% | 81% |
| April | 28°C / 83°F | 22°C / 72°F | 180 mm | 87% | 81% |
| May | 28°C / 83°F | 22°C / 72°F | 153 mm | 87% | 79% |
| June | 28°C / 83°F | 22°C / 71°F | 115 mm | 84% | 82% |
| July | 29°C / 85°F | 22°C / 71°F | 110 mm | 81% | 80% |
| August | 29°C / 83°F | 22°C / 71°F | 130 mm | 84% | 81% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 71°F | 150 mm | 86% | 80% |
| October | 27°C / 81°F | 22°C / 71°F | 204 mm | 89% | 84% |
| November | 27°C / 81°F | 22°C / 71°F | 139 mm | 89% | 84% |
| December | 28°C / 83°F | 22°C / 71°F | 92 mm | 84% | 78% |
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is January a good time to visit Kisangani?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Kisangani →Other DR Congo cities in January
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Kisangani in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Kisangani?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Kisangani, with highs around 30°C and about 51 mm of rain.
How warm is Kisangani in January?
Average highs are about 30°C (86°F) and average lows about 22°C (71°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Kisangani in January?
Kisangani typically gets around 51 mm of rain in January — some rain. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Kisangani (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.