The best times to visit Angola for ideal weather are

May 21st to September 30th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


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Weather in Angola

Temperature

Average temperatures in Angola vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 54th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Angola, the hottest months are March, April, and then February. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid March where highs are regularly around 85.3°F (29.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 73.4°F (23°C) at night.

Angola Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Angola Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Angola Perceived Temperature (F)

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Angola Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Angola Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 82 77.1 70
Feb 83.8 78.3 70.8
Mar 84.7 79.5 72.2
Apr 84 78.9 70.8
May 82.4 77 67.5
Jun 77.8 72.5 63.6
Jul 76.3 70.7 61.4
Aug 78.3 72.7 63.4
Sep 80.3 74.3 64.8
Oct 82.9 77.6 68.8
Nov 83.3 78.2 71.1
Dec 82.8 78.2 71.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 27.8 25.1 21.1
Feb 28.8 25.7 21.6
Mar 29.3 26.4 22.3
Apr 28.9 26.1 21.6
May 28 25 19.7
Jun 25.4 22.5 17.6
Jul 24.6 21.5 16.3
Aug 25.7 22.6 17.4
Sep 26.8 23.5 18.2
Oct 28.3 25.3 20.4
Nov 28.5 25.7 21.7
Dec 28.2 25.7 21.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Angola are June, July, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early May. For example, on the week of April 30th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late January with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of January 22nd.

When can you find snow in Angola? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Angola.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Angola (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 21% 0 5.2
Feb 7% 0 5.7
Mar 11% 0 1
Apr 6% 0 1.5
May 1% 0 0.1
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0.1
Sep 3% 0 0.3
Oct 7% 0 0.7
Nov 10% 0 2.1
Dec 12% 0 2.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 21 0 13.2
Feb 7 0 14.5
Mar 11 0 2.5
Apr 6 0 3.8
May 1 0 0.3
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0.3
Sep 3 0 0.8
Oct 7 0 1.8
Nov 10 0 5.3
Dec 12 0 6.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Angola has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is June (56.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (70.2%).

Wind in Angola is usually calm. The windiest month is October, followed by November and August. October’s average wind speed of around 6.5 knots (7.5 MPH or 12 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early October where average top sustained speeds reach 11 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Angola.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5.5 Light breeze 9.3 Gentle breeze
Feb 5.5 Light breeze 9.4 Gentle breeze
Mar 5.6 Light breeze 9.3 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.8 Light breeze 9.4 Gentle breeze
May 5.8 Light breeze 9.4 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.6 Light breeze 9.3 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.5 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Aug 6.4 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Sep 6 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Oct 6.5 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Nov 6.4 Light breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze
Dec 6 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 70.2%
Feb 62.5%
Mar 67.2%
Apr 65.7%
May 59.4%
Jun 56.1%
Jul 58.5%
Aug 56.4%
Sep 60.4%
Oct 60.3%
Nov 64.5%
Dec 69.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Angola?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Angola; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Angola is October, followed by June and April. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Angola in January. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 62.2 in January means 62.2% of the tourists vs. October.

 

 

Overall Angola Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 85.3°F (29.6°C) and 80.9°F (27.2°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 0 to 3 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Angola, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 84.2°F (29°C) and 80°F (26.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 3 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Angola to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 84.6°F (29.2°C) and 81.6°F (27.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 2 to 6 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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