Goma weather in January (Democratic Republic of the Congo)
How is the weather in Goma in January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.
In January, Goma generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 22°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 16°C.
Goma in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 225 mm for the month. Typically around 16 days of rainfall is expected.
In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days July typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Goma climate page with graphs.
Goma, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
16°C
Max Temperature
22°C
Chance of Rain
54%
Precipitation
225 mm
Rainy days
16 days
Where to go in Democratic Republic of the Congo in January
Find out more about the weather in Democratic Republic of the Congo in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Goma, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.
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