Dilolo Lake
Lake Largest lake in Angola, important wetland
Dilolo Lake in Moxico Province sits near Angola’s eastern border as a sizable freshwater body noted locally for fishing and birdlife; visitors reach it via regional roads and river routes for remote natural scenery.
Dilolo Lake (Lago Dilolo) is a natural lake in Moxico Province in eastern Angola and is considered the country’s largest natural lake. It lies close to the international border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The lake is important for local fisheries and waterbirds and is visited for birdwatching and local fishing activities rather than large-scale tourism. Surrounding habitats are a mix of wetlands and savanna.
Dilolo Lake sits in the remote eastern lowlands of Angola, within Moxico Province near Angola’s border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
- Angola's largest natural lake: Located in eastern Angola near the Democratic Republic of Congo border, it is recognised as the country's largest natural lake.
Tips for Visiting Dilolo Lake #
- Dilolo Lake is remote; organize transport and local permissions ahead of time and travel with an experienced local driver or guide familiar with eastern Angola's roads and border area conditions.
- Visit in the dry season when access is easier and shorebird concentrations are higher, which improves wildlife viewing and photographic opportunities.
Best Time to Visit Dilolo Lake #
For easier access to shores and wildlife viewing, visit Dilolo Lake in the dry season (May-Oct); the wet season increases water levels and scenic breadth.
Weather & Climate near Dilolo Lake #
Dilolo Lake's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 9°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1260 mm/year), wettest in December with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Heavy rain (220 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Heavy rain (201 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Heavy rain (223 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 10°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 9°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (165 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (224 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
