Climate for Station: Mbuji-Mayi, Kasai Oriental, Congo (Kinshasa)
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Climate Analysis & Overview
Mbuji-Mayi's climate profile reveals a complex interplay of warming trends and shifting precipitation patterns. While the region experiences a notable rise in high temperatures, the distribution of rainfall has become more even, potentially impacting local agriculture and water resources.
Tropical Climate Dynamics
Mbuji-Mayi, located at -6.167, 23.617 in the Kasaï-Oriental province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, is characterised by a tropical climate, specifically classified under the Köppen system as Aw, signifying a tropical savanna climate with a distinct wet and dry season. The region's climate is heavily influenced by its position near the equator and the Congo River Basin, which contributes to its humid conditions and fertile soil.
Temperature Trends: A Warming Landscape
Over the past decade, Mbuji-Mayi has experienced a marked increase in high temperatures, with a 10-year trend of +1.79°C (3.22°F). This recent rise is more pronounced than the all-time trend, which shows a +1.01°C (1.82°F) increase in high temperatures. Such warming trends are consistent with global climate patterns, yet the region's low temperatures have shown a contrasting trend. Over the same 10-year period, low temperatures have decreased by 0.99°C (1.78°F), indicating a more complex thermal dynamic at play. The all-time low temperature trend, however, shows a modest warming of 0.35°C (0.63°F).
Record Extremes: The Heat and Chill
Mbuji-Mayi has recorded extreme temperatures, with an all-time high of 40.16°C (104.29°F) and a low of 11.22°C (52.20°F). These extremes highlight the variability within the region's climate, which can pose challenges to both human and ecological systems, especially in a region where agriculture is a primary livelihood.
Precipitation Patterns: A More Even Distribution
The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) for Mbuji-Mayi has decreased from a baseline of 13.67 to a current value of 12.19. This suggests that rainfall events have become more evenly distributed throughout the year, as opposed to being concentrated in fewer, more intense events. This shift can have significant implications for water management and agricultural planning, as more evenly distributed rainfall can reduce the risk of flooding and improve water availability during the dry season.
Regional Implications and Future Considerations
The observed climatic changes in Mbuji-Mayi align with broader regional climate goals set by the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which aims to enhance resilience to climate change impacts. The warming trend in high temperatures, coupled with more evenly distributed precipitation, presents both challenges and opportunities for adaptation strategies. As the region continues to navigate these changes, understanding the nuanced climate dynamics will be crucial for sustainable development and environmental stewardship.
Station Statistics
10-Year Trend
High: +1.79 °C/decade
Low: -1.00 °C/decade
Rain: -0.56 mm/decade
25-Year Trend
High: +0.56 °C/decade
Low: -0.00 °C/decade
Rain: -0.51 mm/decade
50-Year Trend
High: +1.01 °C/decade
Low: +0.35 °C/decade
Rain: -0.66 mm/decade
All-Time Trend
High: +1.01 °C/decade
Low: +0.35 °C/decade
Rain: -0.66 mm/decade
Percentage Above-Average Days
Last 12 Months: 74.5%
This Year: 77.8%
Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️
Last 12 Months: 12.5
Historical Average: 13.6
Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️
High: 90th percentile
Low: 83rd percentile
Rain: 17th percentile
Change in Variance ℹ️
High: -13.1%
Low: -32.9%
Intraday: -11.4%
Data Coverage
98.9%
First Year of Data
1980
Station Location
Historical Weather Records
| Max High | Avg High | Min High | Max Avg | Avg Avg | Min Avg | Max Low | Avg Low | Min Low | Max Precipitation | Avg Precipitation | Max Snow | Avg Snow | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 40.2 °C | — | 22.6 °C | 31.9 °C | — | 18.3 °C | 26.4 °C | — | 11.2 °C | 103.6 mm | — | — | — |
| January | 36.8 °C | 28.5 °C | 22.6 °C | 30.3 °C | 24.4 °C | 20.4 °C | 24.5 °C | 20.8 °C | 17.5 °C | 77.0 mm | 5.3 mm | — | — |
| February | 38.3 °C | 29.1 °C | 22.7 °C | 31.1 °C | 24.9 °C | 20.9 °C | 25.4 °C | 21.0 °C | 17.2 °C | 85.8 mm | 5.4 mm | — | — |
| March | 38.9 °C | 29.4 °C | 23.7 °C | 31.9 °C | 25.2 °C | 21.3 °C | 25.9 °C | 21.3 °C | 17.7 °C | 69.5 mm | 5.3 mm | — | — |
| April | 37.5 °C | 29.2 °C | 23.6 °C | 30.8 °C | 24.9 °C | 21.7 °C | 24.4 °C | 21.2 °C | 15.9 °C | 78.2 mm | 4.6 mm | — | — |
| May | 38.5 °C | 30.2 °C | 23.2 °C | 31.7 °C | 25.0 °C | 20.2 °C | 25.8 °C | 20.1 °C | 14.7 °C | 44.4 mm | 1.5 mm | — | — |
| June | 37.2 °C | 31.3 °C | 24.3 °C | 30.5 °C | 24.4 °C | 18.3 °C | 25.2 °C | 17.9 °C | 11.2 °C | 17.2 mm | 0.3 mm | — | — |
| July | 37.2 °C | 32.6 °C | 24.7 °C | 30.3 °C | 25.0 °C | 19.6 °C | 25.1 °C | 17.8 °C | 11.7 °C | 10.0 mm | 0.2 mm | — | — |
| August | 39.1 °C | 33.8 °C | 26.2 °C | 31.1 °C | 26.9 °C | 21.7 °C | 26.2 °C | 20.5 °C | 13.1 °C | 46.4 mm | 1.4 mm | — | — |
| September | 39.0 °C | 31.8 °C | 24.9 °C | 31.9 °C | 26.3 °C | 22.6 °C | 26.0 °C | 21.4 °C | 16.0 °C | 103.6 mm | 3.8 mm | — | — |
| October | 40.2 °C | 29.5 °C | 23.6 °C | 31.9 °C | 25.1 °C | 21.7 °C | 26.4 °C | 21.2 °C | 18.2 °C | 59.9 mm | 5.2 mm | — | — |
| November | 36.6 °C | 28.3 °C | 23.2 °C | 29.9 °C | 24.4 °C | 21.5 °C | 24.9 °C | 21.0 °C | 18.4 °C | 86.1 mm | 6.8 mm | — | — |
| December | 37.9 °C | 28.1 °C | 22.7 °C | 31.1 °C | 24.2 °C | 20.9 °C | 25.3 °C | 20.9 °C | 18.3 °C | 80.0 mm | 6.1 mm | — | — |
Data Visualisations
Remove WatermarksCurrent Year Climate Trends vs Historical
Max Temperature this Year | 1 of 6
Climate 12-Month Moving Averages
Max Temperature 12-Month MA | 1 of 6
Daily Data Points and Averages Throughout the Year
Average Max Temperature Throughout Year | 1 of 5
