Bicuari National Park

Park Savanna park conserving wildlife and antelope species

Bicuar National Park in Huíla Province preserves savanna and gallery woodland in Angola. Remote game drives and birdwatching attract those interested in mammals, birds and post-conflict conservation efforts.

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Bicuari National Park
Bicuari National Park, Huila Province, Angola
-15.3556, 14.7733

How to Get to Bicuari National Park #

Bicuari is in Huila Province; the nearest larger center is Lubango. Road travel from provincial towns is possible but expect long drives on unpaved roads and arrange transport and guides through regional operators.

Tips for Visiting Bicuari National Park #

  • Road access within the province can be difficult; bring water, fuel and a reliable local driver.
  • Wildlife sightings concentrate near waterholes in the dry season - early morning and late afternoon are best.
  • Respect park regulations and local communities; anti-poaching measures mean access can be restricted.

Best Time to Visit Bicuari National Park #

The dry season is the most practical time to visit for wildlife and access.

Dry season
May-October · 15-28°C
Better roads and higher wildlife visibility at watering holes.
Wet season
November-April · 18-32°C
Lush scenery but difficult access and impassable tracks.

Weather & Climate near Bicuari National Park #

Climate

Bicuari National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with warm summers (peaking in October) and mild winters (coldest in June). Temperatures range from 7°C to 32°C. Moderate rainfall (794 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (148 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 28°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

148 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.9
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (144 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 28°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

144 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.8
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (194 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 28°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

194 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm).

85 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 28°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.6h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
11° 27°
46%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

June

June is the coolest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 7°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
24°
38%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
11.1h daylight

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 7°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
25°
32%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 10°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
10° 27°
27%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
13° 31°
26%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

October

October is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).

89 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
16° 32°
34%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
17° 30°
48%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.7h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 29°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.8
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

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