Lofoi Falls

Waterfall Remote Congolese waterfall within Haut-Katanga's forested landscapes

Located in Haut-Katanga Province, Lofoi Falls attracts adventurous travelers for powerful cascades, river gorges and off-road excursions; visiting requires regional guides and planning around seasonal rains.

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Lofoi Falls
-10.2603, 27.6063

How to Get to Lofoi Falls #

Reachable from regional centers in Haut-Katanga Province by road; travel can be long and conditions variable. Local operators and guides are recommended for secure and reliable access.

Tips for Visiting Lofoi Falls #

  • Lofoi Falls are in a remote region-travel with a local guide and confirm security and travel advisories.
  • Bring insect repellent and waterproof footwear; trails may be slippery after rain.

Best Time to Visit Lofoi Falls #

Wet season gives the most dramatic waterfalls, but travel is harder; the dry season is more practical for remote access.

Wet season
November-April · 20-30°C
Falls are at their most powerful; access roads may be muddy.
Dry season
May-October · 15-28°C
Easier travel but reduced flow-still scenic and more pleasant for trekking.

Weather & Climate near Lofoi Falls #

Climate

Lofoi Falls's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in October) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 9°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1191 mm/year), wettest in December with a pronounced dry season.

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

January

January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Heavy rain (205 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 26°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

205 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (191 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

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

Weather

191 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (220 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

220 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 26°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 26°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.5h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 9°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
24°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.4h daylight

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 9°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
24°
44%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
11° 27°
36%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

September

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

93 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
14° 29°
32%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

October

October is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
16° 29°
44%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (175 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 27°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

175 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (232 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 26°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

232 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

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