Weather & Climate in Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Lubumbashi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,134 feet.
Temperature
70°F Jan (21°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 68.7°F |
| 27% above US avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,134 ft (1,260 m) |
| Area | 288.4 sq mi (747.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,194/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.6609°S, 27.4794°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
8 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.9.
| Sep 25, 2011 | 53 km NE of Likasi, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.9 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Oct 10, 1997 | 68 km SSW of Mansa, Zambia | M4.8 | 134 km | 33 km |
| May 25, 1999 | 87 km WSW of Chingola, Zambia | M4.6 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Aug 17, 1999 | 94 km NNE of Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.5 | 95 km | 5 km |
| Jun 3, 2016 | 19 km NW of Kambove, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.5 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Aug 11, 1999 | 93 km NNE of Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.3 | 94 km | 10 km |
| May 4, 2025 | 63 km S of Likasi, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.2 | 88 km | 10 km |
| Mar 9, 2004 | 36 km WNW of Mansa, Zambia | M4.2 | 143 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 9.3 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 8.9 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 7.6 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 5.7 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 9.4 in | Wettest |
Lubumbashi has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 63°F in June to 74°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 44.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (9.4") and June the driest (0.0").