Chutes Lupata

Waterfall Powerful waterfall on the Lualaba River, DRC

A set of waterfalls in Lualaba Province offering river scenery in a remote part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo; visited mainly for landscape and river views.

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Chutes Lupata
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How to Get to Chutes Lupata #

Access usually involves river travel from nearby towns in Lualaba Province or driving on regional roads to riverbank hamlets; local boatmen and guides are essential for safe navigation.

Tips for Visiting Chutes Lupata #

  • Hire a local boat or guide familiar with river conditions; the Lualaba can be wide and changeable.
  • Bring waterproof dry bags-electronics and documents should be sealed.
  • If planning a multi-day river trip, check permits and local security advisories.

Best Time to Visit Chutes Lupata #

Best seen outside peak rainy months for safer access; water levels dramatically affect visibility and safety.

Dry season
May-Sep · 20-28°C (68-82°F)
Lower river levels can expose rocky features; some rapids may be easier to portage.
Wet season
Oct-Apr · 22-30°C (72-86°F)
High water makes for dramatic flows and powerful cascades but can complicate river travel.

Weather & Climate near Chutes Lupata #

Climate

Chutes Lupata's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 10°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1169 mm/year), wettest in December with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (193 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 26°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

193 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (180 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 26°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

180 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Heavy rain (208 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 27°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

208 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 27°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 26°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.6h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
11° 25°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 26°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
11° 26°
48%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

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

August

August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
12° 27°
39%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
14° 29°
38%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

October

October is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 28°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (182 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 27°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

182 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (216 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 26°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

216 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

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