Mitumba Mountains

Mountains Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo mountain range

A series of highlands in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (Tanganyika Province) with forested slopes, mineral‑rich geology and rural settlements; the region attracts biodiversity researchers and rugged trekking parties.

Best Time to Visit Mitumba Mountains #

Visit in the dry season (June-September) for the most reliable conditions for hiking and access.

Dry season (best for trekking)

Jun-Sep · 10-25°C (varies with elevation)

Drier, more stable weather for hiking and access; higher elevations remain cooler.

Long rains

Mar-May · 15-24°C

Heavy rainfall makes trails and roads muddy and can limit access and visibility.

Short rains/shoulder

Oct-Nov · 15-24°C

Intermittent rain and muggy conditions; travel is possible but expect showers.

Weather & Climate near Mitumba Mountains #

Climate

Mitumba Mountains's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 12°C to 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1234 mm/year), wettest in April with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit

JuneJulyAugust

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

37°

Warmest Month

12°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (140 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

16° – 25°

85%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

140 mm

Rainfall

1.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

12.3h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

16° – 26°

83%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

127 mm

Rainfall

1.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.3

UV Index

Extreme

12.2h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (159 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

17° – 26°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

159 mm

Rainfall

1.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.3

UV Index

Extreme

12.0h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (226 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

16° – 26°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

226 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

11.9h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).

83 Excellent

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

15° – 26°

74%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

73 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

11.7h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

13° – 26°

63%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

7 mm

Rainfall

2.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

11.6h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

19°

Feels Like Mild

19°C

Temperature

12° – 26°

55%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

2 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

11.7h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain.

91 Ideal

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

13° – 27°

50%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

7 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

11.8h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

22°

Feels Like Mild

22°C

Temperature

15° – 28°

53%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

32 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.9

UV Index

Very High

12.0h daylight

October

October is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

22°

Feels Like Mild

22°C

Temperature

16° – 27°

67%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

78 mm

Rainfall

2.4 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.0

UV Index

Extreme

12.1h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (182 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

16° – 26°

82%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

182 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.9

UV Index

Very High

12.3h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (201 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

17° – 25°

86%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

201 mm

Rainfall

1.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.0

UV Index

Extreme

12.4h daylight

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