Bubanza, Burundi experiences average highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 6 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Bubanza, Burundi Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Bubanza, Burundi. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
8.8/10
Best: May, June, July, August, September
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 27°C / 19°C
Feels Like 29°C / 19°C
Rainy Days 6
Rainfall 47 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 66%
Wind Speed 10 km/h
Dew Point 16°C
Hottest Month
28°C
September
Avg Low19°C
Rain2days
Coldest Month
18°C
November
Avg High27°C
Rain10days
Driest Month
1days
July
Avg High27°C
Avg Low19°C
Windiest Month
13 km/h
August (Gusts 34)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, April, November, December due to frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:06
Daylight 11.9h
Sunset 18:03
Live conditions—
Bubanza on the map · live conditions
Bubanza, Burundi
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Burundi
- City
- Bubanza
- Population
- 31K
- Coordinates
- -3.08°, 29.39°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 6 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 9 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 9 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 1 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 27°C / 18°C . Feb: 28°C / 19°C . Mar: 27°C / 19°C . Apr: 26°C / 19°C . May: 26°C / 19°C . Jun: 27°C / 19°C . Jul: 27°C / 19°C . Aug: 28°C / 19°C . Sep: 28°C / 19°C . Oct: 28°C / 18°C . Nov: 27°C / 18°C . Dec: 26°C / 18°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 78 mm. Feb: 28 mm. Mar: 56 mm. Apr: 136 mm. May: 61 mm. Jun: 7 mm. Jul: 6 mm. Aug: 5 mm. Sep: 11 mm. Oct: 26 mm. Nov: 52 mm. Dec: 102 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 70%. Feb: 68%. Mar: 70%. Apr: 75%. May: 70%. Jun: 62%. Jul: 57%. Aug: 56%. Sep: 58%. Oct: 63%. Nov: 70%. Dec: 71%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 8 km/h . Feb: 9 km/h . Mar: 9 km/h . Apr: 9 km/h . May: 10 km/h . Jun: 11 km/h . Jul: 12 km/h . Aug: 13 km/h . Sep: 13 km/h . Oct: 12 km/h . Nov: 10 km/h . Dec: 9 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 9h. Apr: 9h. May: 10h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 9h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 9. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 9. Dec: UV 8.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 10 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Sep 2025 · 29°C | Sep · 28°C |
| Coldest month | Oct 2025 · 18°C | Nov · 18°C |
| Wettest month | Apr 2025 · 98 mm | Apr · 136 mm |
| Windiest month | Sep 2025 · 13 km/h | Aug · 13 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Excellent March
Good April
Good May best
Excellent June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Excellent November
Good December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C / 18°C | 29°C / 19°C | 10days (78 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 70% Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| February | 28°C / 19°C | 30°C / 20°C | 6days (28 mm) Good | 9.5h Good | 68% Muggy | 9.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 27°C / 19°C | 30°C / 20°C | 9days (56 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 70% Muggy | 9.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April | 26°C / 19°C | 29°C / 20°C | 12days (136 mm) Wet | 8.6h Good | 75% Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| May best | 26°C / 19°C | 28°C / 20°C | 5days (61 mm) Good | 10h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 27°C / 19°C | 27°C / 19°C | 2days (7 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 27°C / 19°C | 27°C / 19°C | 1days (6 mm) Excellent | 10.4h Excellent | 57% Moderate | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 28°C / 19°C | 28°C / 19°C | 1days (5 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 56% Moderate | 8.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 28°C / 19°C | 29°C / 19°C | 2days (11 mm) Excellent | 10.2h Excellent | 58% Moderate | 8.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 28°C / 18°C | 29°C / 19°C | 6days (26 mm) Good | 9.4h Good | 63% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 27°C / 18°C | 29°C / 19°C | 10days (52 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 70% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Good | View Details |
| December | 26°C / 18°C | 29°C / 19°C | 10days (102 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 71% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Bubanza are May, June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Bubanza, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Bubanza is September, with average daytime highs of 28°C (83°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Bubanza is November, with average overnight lows of 18°C (64°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Bubanza is April, averaging 136mm of precipitation across 12 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Bubanza runs through April, January, November, December, with the heaviest rainfall in April. Based on 10-year averages for Bubanza.
Bubanza receives approximately 116 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Bubanza.
The least favorable months to visit Bubanza are January, April, November, December, primarily due to frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Bubanza is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Bubanza is 66%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Bubanza are 10 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is August with peak winds reaching 13 km/h (8 mph) (gusts up to 34 km/h / 21 mph).
Bubanza averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 73%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Bubanza is 16°C (61°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Bubanza has a Hot Semi-Arid climate, classified as BSh under the Köppen system. Arid climates have very low rainfall relative to temperature, with large swings between daytime heat and cool nights.
The 'feels like' temperature in Bubanza ranges from 19°C (66°F) to 29°C (84°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Bubanza. It earns a climate score of 9.5/10 with Excellent.
For June in Bubanza, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 27°C (80°F) and 2 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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