Monthly climate averages for Butare, Rwanda. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
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Climate OverviewButare, Rwanda in December has warm conditions, with highs averaging 22.9°C (73°F). Rain falls on about 17 days this month, totalling around 94 mm.
This month falls at the beginning of Summer.
Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout December, with daily highs around 23°C (73°F).
Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the middle tends to be drier.
The warmest days tend to fall around the 23th, averaging 23.2°C (74°F).
Compared to November, this month is about 0°C cooler with 2 fewer rainy days.
Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)
Daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.
Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.
Recent yearly records for December have stayed close to the long-run average.
| Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C / 14°C | 25°C / 14°C | 15days (86 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| February | 24°C / 14°C | 26°C / 14°C | 14days (73 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 9.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| March | 24°C / 14°C | 26°C / 14°C | 19days (109 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 76% Humid | 9.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 23°C / 14°C | 24°C / 15°C | 23days (154 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 81% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May best | 22°C / 14°C | 23°C / 14°C | 11days (50 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 23°C / 13°C | 23°C / 13°C | 1days (5 mm) Excellent | 9.9h Good | 62% Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 24°C / 14°C | 23°C / 13°C | 1days (4 mm) Excellent | 9.6h Good | 52% Moderate | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 25°C / 14°C | 24°C / 14°C | 3days (18 mm) Excellent | 9.8h Good | 53% Moderate | 8.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 25°C / 14°C | 25°C / 14°C | 8days (37 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 8.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 24°C / 14°C | 25°C / 14°C | 15days (83 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 9.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| November | 23°C / 14°C | 24°C / 14°C | 19days (104 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 77% Humid | 8.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 23°C / 14°C | 24°C / 14°C | 17days (94 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 76% Humid | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
Dress in layers — a mix of long sleeves, light sweaters, and a versatile jacket works best for changeable conditions.
A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.
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