Basankusu weather
At 7:30 PM local time it was mostly clear and 26°C (79°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 11 PM, 2 PM (6.4 mm total). Best months for weather: Dec–Jan. Basankusu sits 332 m (1,089 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Basankusu, Équateur, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 47%
- Chance of rain
- 14%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 11 PM, 2 PM (6.4 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Dec–JanOff season Sep–Nov
About Basankusu weather
Is it raining in Basankusu right now?
No. It’s mostly clear and 26° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 11 PM, 2 PM (6.4 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Basankusu this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 29–32° and lows of 22–23°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Friday.
Has it been raining in Basankusu lately?
In the past 7 days, Basankusu had 3 rainy days and 12.9 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Basankusu?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Basankusu weather by month
When is the best time to visit Basankusu?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Basankusu is Dec–Jan, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Sep–Nov tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 28°C (82°F) in November to 31°C (87°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in Basankusu?
October is the wettest month, with about 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain on average. January is the driest, with about 59 mm (2.3 in).
What is the hottest month in Basankusu?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 31°C (87°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F). November is the coolest, with highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 22°C (71°F).
Does Basankusu have a rainy season?
Yes. Mar, Jul–Nov is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jan is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months