Kikwit weather
At 7:30 PM local time it was cloudy and 26°C (78°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM, 12 PM (12.4 mm total). Best months for weather: Jun–Jul. Kikwit sits 465 m (1,526 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 Kikwit, Kwilu, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 98%
- Chance of rain
- 65%
- Rain
- 0.3 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM, 12 PM (12.4 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jun–JulOff season Oct–Apr
About Kikwit weather
Is it raining in Kikwit right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 26° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM, 12 PM (12.4 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Kikwit this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 29–35° and lows of 22–23°. Rain is likely on 6 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Wednesday.
Has it been raining in Kikwit lately?
In the past 7 days, Kikwit had 2 rainy days and 4.1 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Kikwit?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Kikwit weather by month
When is the best time to visit Kikwit?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Kikwit is Jun–Jul, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Oct–Apr tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 28°C (82°F) in November to 34°C (93°F) in July.
What is the rainiest month in Kikwit?
November is the wettest month, with about 181 mm (7.1 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 10 mm (0.4 in).
What is the hottest month in Kikwit?
July is the warmest, with average highs of 34°C (93°F) and lows of 20°C (68°F). November is the coolest, with highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F).
Does Kikwit have a rainy season?
Yes. Mar, Oct–Dec is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jun–Aug 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