Peak score
9.2/10
Best months in Butare, Rwanda
Best Time to Visit Butare, Rwanda
Climate guide for Butare, Rwanda — updated 2026
Travel window May, June, July, August, September Peak: August · 9.2/10 climate score
Months to avoid March, April, November, December
Butare on the map · best months to visit
Butare, Rwanda
- Best monthsMay, June, July, August, September
- Avoid monthsMarch, April, November, December
- Visit score now9/10
- Coordinates
- -2.60°, 29.74°
Quick answer
Plan your trip for May, June, July, August, September. Expect average highs near 24°C, lows near 14°C, and about 5 rainy days a month. Skip March, April, November, December when heavy rainfall sets in.
Warmest month
25°C
Coldest month
13°C
Wettest month
23d
Travel score by month
Each score weighs temperature comfort, rain, humidity, and outdoor conditions. Higher is better.
7.7 Jan
8.1 Feb
7.2 Mar
7 Apr
8.6 May
8.9 Jun
8.9 Jul
9.2 Aug
8.6 Sep
7.7 Oct
7.2 Nov
7.6 Dec
Excellent (7–10) Mixed (5–6) Tough (0–4)
Month-by-Month Recommendation
Tap any month to open its full weather page. Cards highlight score, temperature, rain, and comfort.
January
7.7 /10
Great
23°C / 14°C 15 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
February
8.1 /10
Great
24°C / 14°C 14 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
March
7.2 /10
Great
24°C / 14°C 19 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
April
7 /10
Great
23°C / 14°C 23 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
May Best
8.6 /10
Excellent
22°C / 14°C 11 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
June Best
8.9 /10
Excellent
23°C / 13°C 1 rainy days Comfort Score: 8.8/10
July Best
8.9 /10
Excellent
24°C / 14°C 1 rainy days Comfort Score: 8.8/10
August Best
9.2 /10
Excellent
25°C / 14°C 3 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
September Best
8.6 /10
Excellent
25°C / 14°C 8 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
October
7.7 /10
Great
24°C / 14°C 15 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
November
7.2 /10
Great
23°C / 14°C 19 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
December
7.6 /10
Great
23°C / 14°C 17 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
Climate normals
Compare the monthly shape of temperature highs/lows and rainfall before locking in your dates.
Monthly Temperatures
HighLow
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 23°C / 14°C . Feb: 24°C / 14°C . Mar: 24°C / 14°C . Apr: 23°C / 14°C . May: 22°C / 14°C . Jun: 23°C / 13°C . Jul: 24°C / 14°C . Aug: 25°C / 14°C . Sep: 25°C / 14°C . Oct: 24°C / 14°C . Nov: 23°C / 14°C . Dec: 23°C / 14°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 86 mm. Feb: 73 mm. Mar: 109 mm. Apr: 154 mm. May: 50 mm. Jun: 5 mm. Jul: 4 mm. Aug: 18 mm. Sep: 37 mm. Oct: 83 mm. Nov: 104 mm. Dec: 94 mm.
Season by Season
Season cards explain why scores rise and fall, with a representative month picked for each.
Spring
Avg score 7.8/10Sep, Oct, Nov
Average highs of 24°C (75°F) with 14 rainy days per month. Climate score: 7.8/10.
This month falls at the beginning of Spring.
Weather conditions this month are among the best of the year, making it a popular time for outdoor activities.
Summer
Avg score 7.8/10Dec, Jan, Feb
Average highs of 23°C (73°F) with 15 rainy days per month. Climate score: 7.8/10.
This month falls at the middle of Summer.
Weather conditions this month are less ideal compared to other times of the year. Indoor activities or shorter outings may be more comfortable.
Autumn
Avg score 7.6/10Mar, Apr, May
Average highs of 23°C (73°F) with 18 rainy days per month. Climate score: 7.6/10.
This month falls at the beginning of Autumn.
Weather conditions this month are among the best of the year, making it a popular time for outdoor activities.
Winter
Avg score 9/10Jun, Jul, Aug
Average highs of 24°C (75°F) with 2 rainy days per month. Climate score: 9/10.
This month falls at the beginning of Winter.
Weather conditions this month are among the best of the year, making it a popular time for outdoor activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Butare are May, June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is low.
Consider avoiding March, April, November, December due to heavy rainfall.
Packing depends on the season. In peak months (May, June, July, August, September), light layers and sun protection are typical essentials.
Yes! May earns a climate score of 8.6/10 and is one of the best months to visit Butare. Warm conditions, with highs averaging 22.4°C (72°F). Rain falls on about 11 days this month.
Yes! June earns a climate score of 8.9/10 and is one of the best months to visit Butare. Warm conditions, with highs averaging 23.2°C (74°F). Rain is rare, falling on about 1 days this month. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.