Calandula
Area
In north-central Angola, the Calandula waterfalls form wide tiers over basalt; visitors come to view falls, walk rim trails and photograph the gorge.
Tips for Visiting Calandula #
- For the falls (Kalandula/Calandula), aim to visit during or shortly after the rainy season when river flow and cascades are at their fullest for best views and photos.
- Allow extra travel time from Malanje-roads to the site can be rough and local transport schedules change, so arrange transfer or a local driver in advance and check recent road conditions.
- Don't just view from the top viewpoint: walk the marked lower viewpoints and riverside edges where permitted to get different perspectives on the multi‑tiered drop, but respect fenced or restricted areas for safety.
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Weather & Climate near Calandula #
Calandula's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 12°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1341 mm/year), wettest in November with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (169 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (151 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Heavy rain (210 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).
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October
October is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (213 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (188 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
