Weather & Climate in Pweto, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Pweto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,130 feet.
Temperature
75°F Jan (24°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 74.9°F |
| 39% above US avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,130 ft (954 m) |
| Area | 315.0 sq mi (815.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 122/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.4660°S, 28.9008°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
22 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.9.
| Feb 24, 2017 | 40 km E of Kaputa, Zambia | M5.9 | 124 km | 30 km |
| Aug 19, 2015 | 39 km SSW of Nchelenge, Zambia | M5.1 | 139 km | 15 km |
| Jun 14, 2012 | 64 km W of Nchelenge, Zambia | M4.7 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 2019 | 37 km NNW of Kaputa, Zambia | M4.7 | 80 km | 10 km |
| Jul 25, 2020 | 31 km WSW of Nchelenge, Zambia | M4.6 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Feb 27, 2017 | 27 km ESE of Kaputa, Zambia | M4.6 | 111 km | 34 km |
| Nov 7, 2013 | 67 km SW of Kaputa, Zambia | M4.6 | 57 km | 10 km |
| Jan 2, 2024 | 199 km SW of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.5 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2022 | 191 km SW of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.5 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Feb 4, 1997 | 64 km N of Nchelenge, Zambia | M4.5 | 38 km | 10 km |
| Mar 28, 1998 | 24 km SSE of Nchelenge, Zambia | M4.4 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Aug 26, 2019 | 35 km ESE of Kaputa, Zambia | M4.3 | 119 km | 10 km |
| May 2, 2011 | 149 km NW of Nchelenge, Zambia | M4.3 | 132 km | 10 km |
| May 22, 2006 | 42 km N of Kawambwa, Zambia | M4.2 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2017 | 41 km E of Kaputa, Zambia | M4.2 | 125 km | 35 km |
| Jul 13, 1991 | 198 km WNW of Kaputa, Zambia | M4.2 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2017 | 33 km E of Kaputa, Zambia | M4.2 | 117 km | 34 km |
| Mar 29, 2017 | 43 km E of Kaputa, Zambia | M4.1 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Jul 30, 1995 | 41 km SW of Nchelenge, Zambia | M4.1 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Aug 10, 2017 | 27 km E of Kaputa, Zambia | M4.0 | 111 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) | 6.3 in | |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 6.1 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 7.2 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
Pweto has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 71°F in July to 78°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.0") and June the driest (0.0").