When to go · Democratic Republic of the Congo
Democratic Republic of the Congo in July
Good month. Coolest, driest month in Kinshasa.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Good
- Crowds
- Medium
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Prices
- Medium
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
Verdict
GoodVoykit month rating for Democratic Republic of the Congo
Coolest, driest month in Kinshasa.
Weather in July
- Kinshasa and Kongo Central · Kinshasa, Matadi, Muandacool
Dry, grey and cooler June–September; storms and floods November–December and March–April.
- Congo basin centre · Mbandaka, Kisangani, Salongafine
Equatorial: rain all year.
- Katanga plateau · Lubumbashi, Kolwezicool
Long dry season May–October; cold nights in June–July.
- Eastern highlands (under advice) · Goma, Bukavu, Virungabest weather
Mild at 1,500 m; shown for completeness — all travel advised against.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Medium
- Prices · Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Medium
What to pack
- Layers: a fleece or light jacket
Where to go in July
Rated best or good this month
Eastern highlands (under advice)
Best weather of the year (Goma, Bukavu, Virunga)
Dry season; best month for roads.