Boyoma Falls
Kisangani, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Boyoma Falls is a series of rapids and a waterfall located on the River Congo in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is the second most looked-up sight in the country on English Wikipedia.
Planning a visit
The climate in Kisangani remains warm throughout the year, with daily highs typically ranging from 28 °C to 31 °C. Rainfall occurs year-round, though the driest months are January and February with 71 mm and 99 mm of rain respectively. The wettest conditions occur between March and November, with October experiencing the most rainfall at 205 mm over about 25 days. Travelers may prefer visiting during the drier months to avoid the heaviest rain.
To reach Boyoma Falls, fly into Bangoka International Airport, located 15 km from Kisangani. The site is 1,223 km from the capital city, Kinshasa. As the falls are part of the River Congo, they are situated directly within the administration of Kisangani.
Weather by month
Temperatures stay much the same all year, around 26 °C on average. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 30 | 31 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 29 |
| Average low, °C | 22 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 |
| Rainfall, mm | 71 | 99 | 154 | 150 | 154 | 117 | 107 | 162 | 187 | 205 | 163 | 101 |
| Rainy days | 14 | 16 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 21 | 22 | 24 | 22 | 25 | 24 | 18 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
