Gisenyi, Rwanda experiences average highs of 23°C (73°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 23 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Gisenyi, Rwanda Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Gisenyi, 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
7.2/10
Best: June, July, August
UV Index
9
High
Temperature 23°C / 19°C
Feels Like 25°C / 20°C
Rainy Days 23
Rainfall 221 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 78%
Wind Speed 11 km/h
Dew Point 17°C
Hottest Month
24°C
February
Avg Low20°C
Rain24days
Coldest Month
18°C
November
Avg High22°C
Rain29days
Driest Month
8days
July
Avg High23°C
Avg Low19°C
Windiest Month
12 km/h
September (Gusts 27)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March, April, October, November due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:00
Daylight 12h
Sunset 18:02
Live conditions—
Gisenyi on the map · live conditions
Gisenyi, Rwanda
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Rwanda
- City
- Gisenyi
- Population
- 172.4K
- Coordinates
- -1.70°, 29.26°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 27 days/mo
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 26 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 26 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 12 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: 23°C / 19°C . Feb: 24°C / 20°C . Mar: 23°C / 19°C . Apr: 23°C / 19°C . May: 23°C / 19°C . Jun: 23°C / 19°C . Jul: 23°C / 19°C . Aug: 24°C / 19°C . Sep: 23°C / 19°C . Oct: 23°C / 19°C . Nov: 22°C / 18°C . Dec: 23°C / 19°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 190 mm. Feb: 199 mm. Mar: 361 mm. Apr: 314 mm. May: 163 mm. Jun: 74 mm. Jul: 39 mm. Aug: 86 mm. Sep: 179 mm. Oct: 314 mm. Nov: 411 mm. Dec: 325 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 76%. Feb: 77%. Mar: 81%. Apr: 82%. May: 79%. Jun: 74%. Jul: 70%. Aug: 72%. Sep: 77%. Oct: 81%. Nov: 83%. Dec: 81%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 10 km/h . Feb: 11 km/h . Mar: 11 km/h . Apr: 11 km/h . May: 10 km/h . Jun: 11 km/h . Jul: 12 km/h . Aug: 12 km/h . Sep: 12 km/h . Oct: 12 km/h . Nov: 11 km/h . Dec: 10 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 9h. Apr: 8h. May: 10h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 8h. 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 9. 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 25 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 24°C | Feb · 24°C |
| Coldest month | Oct 2025 · 18°C | Nov · 18°C |
| Wettest month | Oct 2025 · 430 mm | Nov · 411 mm |
| Windiest month | Sep 2025 · 13 km/h | Sep · 12 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Wet March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September
Wet October
Wet November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C / 19°C | 26°C / 21°C | 25days (190 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 76% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 24°C / 20°C | 27°C / 21°C | 24days (199 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 77% Humid | 9.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 23°C / 19°C | 27°C / 21°C | 30days (361 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 81% Humid | 9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 23°C / 19°C | 26°C / 20°C | 28days (314 mm) Wet | 8.2h Good | 82% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 23°C / 19°C | 25°C / 21°C | 21days (163 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 79% Humid | 7.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June best | 23°C / 19°C | 25°C / 20°C | 14days (74 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 23°C / 19°C | 24°C / 20°C | 8days (39 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 24°C / 19°C | 25°C / 20°C | 14days (86 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September | 23°C / 19°C | 26°C / 21°C | 24days (179 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 77% Humid | 8.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 23°C / 19°C | 26°C / 20°C | 28days (314 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 81% Humid | 8.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 22°C / 18°C | 25°C / 20°C | 29days (411 mm) Wet | 8.4h Good | 83% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 23°C / 19°C | 25°C / 20°C | 30days (325 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 81% Humid | 8.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Gisenyi are June, July, August, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Gisenyi, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Gisenyi is February, with average daytime highs of 24°C (75°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Gisenyi is November, with average overnight lows of 18°C (65°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Gisenyi is November, averaging 411mm of precipitation across 29 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Gisenyi runs through March, December, November, April, with the heaviest rainfall in March. Based on 10-year averages for Gisenyi.
Gisenyi receives approximately 111 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 10 hours. Based on climate data for Gisenyi.
The least favorable months to visit Gisenyi are March, April, October, November, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August instead.
The annual average UV index in Gisenyi is 9, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Gisenyi is 78%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Gisenyi are 11 km/h (7 mph). The windiest month is September with peak winds reaching 12 km/h (8 mph) (gusts up to 27 km/h / 17 mph).
Gisenyi averages 0 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 76%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Gisenyi is 17°C (63°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Gisenyi 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 Gisenyi ranges from 20°C (68°F) to 25°C (77°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
May is not the best time to visit Gisenyi, with a climate score of 7.3/10. Consider visiting during June, July, August instead for better conditions.
For May in Gisenyi, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses. With average highs of 23°C (73°F) and 21 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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