Lake Boya

Lake Freshwater lake in Haut-Lomami, Democratic Republic of Congo

In Haut‑Lomami, Lake Boya lies within rural terrain; visits tend to be by local fishers and people accessing surrounding villages.

Lake Boya
-7.3737, 25.6519
Free

How to Get to Lake Boya #

Local roads from regional centers are the primary routes; travel logistics depend on current security and infrastructure conditions-coordinate with local authorities or operators.

Tips for Visiting Lake Boya #

  • Local security and conservation conditions vary-check with local authorities and guides before visiting.
  • Travel with trusted local contacts due to remote conditions and limited infrastructure.
  • If observing wildlife, remain at a distance and avoid disturbing local communities' activities.

Best Time to Visit Lake Boya #

Dry season generally offers safer overland travel; coordinate with experienced local operators year-round.

Dry season
June-September · 20-30°C (68-86°F)
Roads easier to negotiate and wildlife congregates at permanent waterholes.
Wet season
October-May · 22-32°C (72-90°F)
Vegetation thicker and some tracks difficult; mosquito presence increases.

Weather & Climate near Lake Boya #

Climate

Lake Boya's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 14°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1258 mm/year), wettest in December with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (186 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° 27°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

186 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (164 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 27°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

164 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (189 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 28°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

April

April is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 28°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.

91 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
16° 29°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.7h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
14° 29°
47%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

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

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
16° 30°
36%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

September

September is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
17° 30°
50%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.0h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 28°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

123 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (186 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 28°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

186 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (209 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° 27°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

209 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

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