CalandulaCalandula at a Glance
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.
When to Go
Weather & Climate near Calandula
Climate
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 83
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 17° - 29° | 23° | 169 mm | overcast | 79% | 1.6 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.5h |
| February | Good | 17° - 29° | 23° | 151 mm | overcast | 77% | 1.6 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.3h |
| March | Good | 17° - 29° | 23° | 210 mm | overcast | 77% | 1.5 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Very Good | 17° - 30° | 23° | 166 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 1.4 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 11.8h |
| May | Ideal | 15° - 31° | 23° | 19 mm | mostly sunny | 52% | 1.8 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 11.6h |
| June | Ideal | 12° - 31° | 22° | 1 mm | clear | 37% | 2.0 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.5h |
| July | Ideal | 12° - 32° | 22° | 2 mm | clear | 29% | 1.9 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.5h |
| August | Ideal | 14° - 32° | 23° | 13 mm | mostly sunny | 33% | 1.9 m/s | 1.5 high | 11.7h |
| September | Excellent | 16° - 31° | 24° | 66 mm | some cloud | 51% | 2.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.9h |
| October | Very Good | 17° - 30° | 23° | 143 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 1.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.2h |
| November | Good | 17° - 29° | 23° | 213 mm | overcast | 79% | 1.6 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.4h |
| December | Good | 17° - 28° | 23° | 188 mm | overcast | 81% | 1.7 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.5h |