Cyangugu, Rwanda experiences average highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 17°C (63°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 14 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Cyangugu, Rwanda Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Cyangugu, Rwanda. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Sep 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
8/10
Best: June, July, August
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 25°C / 17°C
Feels Like 26°C / 18°C
Rainy Days 14
Rainfall 95 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 70%
Wind Speed 10 km/h
Dew Point 15°C
Hottest Month
26°C
August
Avg Low17°C
Rain3days
Coldest Month
16°C
July
Avg High25°C
Rain1days
Driest Month
1days
July
Avg High25°C
Avg Low16°C
Windiest Month
13 km/h
August (Gusts 35)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, April, November, December due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:02
Daylight 12h
Sunset 18:02
Live conditions—
Cyangugu on the map · live conditions
Cyangugu, Rwanda
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Rwanda
- City
- Cyangugu
- Population
- 43.9K
- Coordinates
- -2.48°, 28.91°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 16 days/mo
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 20 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 18 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 2 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: 24°C / 17°C . Feb: 25°C / 17°C . Mar: 25°C / 17°C . Apr: 24°C / 17°C . May: 24°C / 17°C . Jun: 25°C / 16°C . Jul: 25°C / 16°C . Aug: 26°C / 17°C . Sep: 26°C / 17°C . Oct: 25°C / 17°C . Nov: 24°C / 17°C . Dec: 24°C / 17°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 101 mm. Feb: 81 mm. Mar: 134 mm. Apr: 232 mm. May: 84 mm. Jun: 5 mm. Jul: 2 mm. Aug: 12 mm. Sep: 52 mm. Oct: 121 mm. Nov: 162 mm. Dec: 156 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 76%. Feb: 74%. Mar: 75%. Apr: 78%. May: 74%. Jun: 65%. Jul: 59%. Aug: 57%. Sep: 63%. Oct: 71%. Nov: 76%. Dec: 77%.
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: 12 km/h . Jul: 12 km/h . Aug: 13 km/h . Sep: 12 km/h . Oct: 11 km/h . Nov: 9 km/h . Dec: 8 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 9h. May: 10h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 10h.
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 9.
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 wetter by about 21 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Sep 2025 · 27°C | Aug · 26°C |
| Coldest month | Jun 2025 · 16°C | Jul · 16°C |
| Wettest month | Apr 2025 · 282 mm | Apr · 232 mm |
| Windiest month | Sep 2025 · 13 km/h | Aug · 13 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Good March
Wet April
Wet May
Excellent June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September
Excellent October
Good November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C / 17°C | 27°C / 18°C | 22days (101 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 76% Humid | 8.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 25°C / 17°C | 27°C / 18°C | 16days (81 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 74% Muggy | 9.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| March | 25°C / 17°C | 28°C / 18°C | 20days (134 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 75% Muggy | 9.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 24°C / 17°C | 27°C / 18°C | 23days (232 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 78% Humid | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 24°C / 17°C | 26°C / 18°C | 12days (84 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 25°C / 16°C | 25°C / 17°C | 2days (5 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 25°C / 16°C | 25°C / 17°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 59% Moderate | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 26°C / 17°C | 26°C / 17°C | 3days (12 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 57% Moderate | 8.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September | 26°C / 17°C | 26°C / 18°C | 9days (52 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 25°C / 17°C | 27°C / 19°C | 18days (121 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 71% Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| November | 24°C / 17°C | 26°C / 18°C | 22days (162 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 76% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 24°C / 17°C | 26°C / 18°C | 22days (156 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 77% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Cyangugu are June, July, August, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Cyangugu, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Cyangugu is August, with average daytime highs of 26°C (79°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Cyangugu is July, with average overnight lows of 16°C (61°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Cyangugu is April, averaging 232mm of precipitation across 23 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Cyangugu runs through April, January, November, December, with the heaviest rainfall in April. Based on 10-year averages for Cyangugu.
Cyangugu receives approximately 119 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Cyangugu.
The least favorable months to visit Cyangugu are January, April, November, December, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August instead.
The annual average UV index in Cyangugu is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Cyangugu is 70%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Cyangugu are 10 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is August with peak winds reaching 13 km/h (8 mph) (gusts up to 35 km/h / 21 mph).
Cyangugu 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 Cyangugu is 15°C (59°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Cyangugu has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Cyangugu ranges from 18°C (64°F) to 26°C (79°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, May is a great time to visit Cyangugu. It earns a climate score of 8.5/10 with Excellent.
For May in Cyangugu, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat. With average highs of 24°C (76°F) and 12 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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