Lubumbashi Weather in November

November: warm and wet

November brings warm days, sticky air and frequent rain. The high reaches 30°C, but showers fall on 20 days, and skies are often cloudy. Compared with October, it's cooler but much wetter. December gets wetter still, so expect muddy patches and plans interrupted by rain.

You can spend a damp spell at the National Museum of Lubumbashi, then explore the city when showers ease. Outdoor walks in the city's parks can work, but don't count on dry ground. Long drives outside town may be slow when roads turn muddy.

What to do

All Saints' Day falls on November 1 and is a public holiday in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Some shops and services may close, while families visit cemeteries. Check locally before relying on a particular venue being open.

If you hate crowds, November is often a quieter time than the dry-season months from May to August. Demand can be lower, so you may find better room prices, though Lubumbashi's business travel can keep some hotels busy.

Local tips

Travelling with kids? Keep the National Museum of Lubumbashi in mind for a rainy afternoon, and save outdoor plans for breaks in the showers. The weather can make a full day outside tiring, especially when the sun comes and goes through thick cloud.

For a practical local stop, ask about the Lubumbashi Zoo before setting out: rain can leave paths muddy, and opening arrangements may change on public holidays. If you're visiting around All Saints' Day, ask your hotel about nearby cemetery traffic and closures. The city is a useful base, but November isn't the best month for a trip built around long outdoor excursions.