The best times to visit the Central African Republic for ideal weather are

November 26th to March 18th

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 the Central African Republic

Temperature

Average temperatures in the Central African Republic vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for most of the year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 17th 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 the Central African Republic, the hottest months are March, February, and then April. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late March where highs are regularly around 96.9°F (36.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 70.8°F (21.6°C) at night.

the Central African Republic Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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the Central African Republic 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.

the Central African Republic Perceived Temperature (F)

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the Central African Republic Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average the Central African Republic 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 93.6 75.3 62
Feb 95.9 80.1 68.7
Mar 96.2 81.1 69.7
Apr 92.2 79.8 70.9
May 89.8 78.7 70.5
Jun 87.4 77 69.6
Jul 85.6 75.8 68.6
Aug 85 75.4 68.6
Sep 86.3 75.8 68.1
Oct 87.1 75.8 68.2
Nov 89.4 76.1 66.4
Dec 91.3 74.4 61.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 34.2 24.1 16.7
Feb 35.5 26.7 20.4
Mar 35.7 27.3 20.9
Apr 33.4 26.6 21.6
May 32.1 25.9 21.4
Jun 30.8 25 20.9
Jul 29.8 24.3 20.3
Aug 29.4 24.1 20.3
Sep 30.2 24.3 20.1
Oct 30.6 24.3 20.1
Nov 31.9 24.5 19.1
Dec 32.9 23.6 16.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in the Central African Republic are December, January, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid January. For example, on the week of January 8th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late October with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of October 22nd.

When can you find snow in the Central African Republic? 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 the Central African Republic.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in the Central African Republic (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 2% 0 0.3
Feb 8% 0 1.1
Mar 10% 0 1.8
Apr 25% 0 4.5
May 27% 0 5.3
Jun 27% 0 5.2
Jul 31% 0 7.7
Aug 39% 0 9.5
Sep 41% 0 9
Oct 42% 0 8.4
Nov 13% 0 2.1
Dec 1% 0 0.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 2 0 0.8
Feb 8 0 2.8
Mar 10 0 4.6
Apr 25 0 11.4
May 27 0 13.5
Jun 27 0 13.2
Jul 31 0 19.6
Aug 39 0 24.1
Sep 41 0 22.9
Oct 42 0 21.3
Nov 13 0 5.3
Dec 1 0 0.5

 

Humidity and Wind

the Central African Republic has some extremely humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is January (46.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (81.8%).

Wind in the Central African Republic is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is April, followed by December and March. April’s average wind speed of around 2.8 knots (3.2 MPH or 5.2 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid January where average top sustained speeds reach 7.5 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in the Central African Republic.

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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 2.7 Barely noticeable 7 Gentle breeze
Feb 2.6 Barely noticeable 6.7 Light breeze
Mar 2.7 Barely noticeable 6.9 Gentle breeze
Apr 2.8 Barely noticeable 6.8 Light breeze
May 2.5 Barely noticeable 6.5 Gentle breeze
Jun 2 Barely noticeable 5.9 Light breeze
Jul 2.1 Barely noticeable 5.8 Gentle breeze
Aug 2.1 Barely noticeable 5.9 Light breeze
Sep 2.1 Barely noticeable 6 Gentle breeze
Oct 2.1 Barely noticeable 6.1 Light breeze
Nov 2.3 Barely noticeable 6.2 Gentle breeze
Dec 2.8 Barely noticeable 6.7 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 46.3%
Feb 50.9%
Mar 51.6%
Apr 66.1%
May 72.1%
Jun 77.4%
Jul 80.3%
Aug 81.8%
Sep 80%
Oct 79.7%
Nov 70.9%
Dec 55.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to the Central African Republic?

Our best data indicates this area is generally not safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are very strong travel warnings for the Central African Republic; avoid all travel. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 27, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in the Central African Republic is July, followed by December and May. 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 the Central African Republic in April. 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 extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 46 in April means 46% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall the Central African Republic Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 96.9°F (36.1°C) and 88.7°F (31.5°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 8 to 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in the Central African Republic, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 91.3°F (32.9°C) and 85.3°F (29.6°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 13 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in the Central African Republic to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 96.4°F (35.8°C) and 90.2°F (32.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 0 to 2 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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