Weather & Climate in Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kabalo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,837 feet.
Temperature
75°F Jan (24°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 75.8°F |
| 40% above US avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,837 ft (560 m) |
| Area | 317.1 sq mi (821.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 256/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.0526°S, 26.9143°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
20 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.4.
| Sep 11, 1992 | 29 km W of Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M6.4 | 29 km | 11 km |
| Dec 11, 1995 | 29 km SW of Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M5.7 | 29 km | 10 km |
| Sep 23, 1992 | 24 km WSW of Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M5.6 | 25 km | 11 km |
| Dec 11, 1995 | 42 km SSW of Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M5.2 | 42 km | 10 km |
| Sep 25, 1992 | 16 km SSW of Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.9 | 17 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 1993 | 10 km SSW of Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.9 | 11 km | 11 km |
| Sep 19, 1992 | 35 km SW of Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.8 | 36 km | 16 km |
| Oct 21, 1992 | 33 km SSW of Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.8 | 34 km | 10 km |
| Aug 4, 1999 | 43 km WSW of Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.7 | 43 km | 10 km |
| Sep 16, 1992 | 45 km SW of Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.6 | 45 km | 10 km |
| May 24, 2024 | 42 km SSE of Kongolo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.6 | 44 km | 10 km |
| Sep 15, 1992 | 67 km W of Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.5 | 68 km | 10 km |
| May 20, 2005 | 31 km SSW of Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.5 | 32 km | 10 km |
| Jul 13, 2015 | 78 km NE of Kongolo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.3 | 145 km | 16 km |
| Mar 3, 2022 | 64 km ENE of Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.3 | 64 km | 10 km |
| Jan 18, 2017 | 38 km S of Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.1 | 39 km | 12 km |
| Sep 23, 1992 | 51 km WSW of Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M3.9 | 52 km | 10 km |
| Feb 16, 2008 | 67 km ESE of Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M3.8 | 67 km | 10 km |
| Feb 16, 2008 | 47 km SE of Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M3.6 | 47 km | 10 km |
| Sep 23, 1992 | 43 km SW of Kabalo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M3.6 | 43 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 6.1 in | |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 4.9 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 6.6 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
Kabalo has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 75°F in June to 77°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 45.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (7.2") and June the driest (0.2").