Rwamagana, Rwanda experiences average highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 17°C (63°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 12 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Rwamagana, Rwanda Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Rwamagana, Rwanda. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Sep 
Wetter season: Feb–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
8.3/10
Best: May, June, July, August
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 26°C / 17°C
Feels Like 27°C / 18°C
Rainy Days 12
Rainfall 59 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 71%
Wind Speed 11 km/h
Dew Point 15°C
Hottest Month
27°C
August
Avg Low17°C
Rain5days
Coldest Month
16°C
June
Avg High25°C
Rain2days
Driest Month
1days
July
Avg High26°C
Avg Low16°C
Windiest Month
12 km/h
September (Gusts 31)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March, April, November, December due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:55
Daylight 12h
Sunset 17:57
Live conditions—
Rwamagana on the map · live conditions
Rwamagana, Rwanda
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Rwanda
- City
- Rwamagana
- Population
- 47.2K
- Coordinates
- -1.95°, 30.43°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 14 days/mo
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 13 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 16 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 3 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: 25°C / 17°C . Feb: 26°C / 17°C . Mar: 26°C / 17°C . Apr: 25°C / 17°C . May: 25°C / 16°C . Jun: 25°C / 16°C . Jul: 26°C / 16°C . Aug: 27°C / 17°C . Sep: 27°C / 17°C . Oct: 26°C / 17°C . Nov: 25°C / 16°C . Dec: 25°C / 16°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 52 mm. Feb: 56 mm. Mar: 84 mm. Apr: 136 mm. May: 56 mm. Jun: 7 mm. Jul: 3 mm. Aug: 24 mm. Sep: 42 mm. Oct: 73 mm. Nov: 102 mm. Dec: 78 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 74%. Feb: 74%. Mar: 77%. Apr: 82%. May: 76%. Jun: 62%. Jul: 52%. Aug: 57%. Sep: 66%. Oct: 72%. Nov: 79%. Dec: 79%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 9 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: 12 km/h . Sep: 12 km/h . Oct: 12 km/h . Nov: 10 km/h . Dec: 10 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 9h. May: 10h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 10h. 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 has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 28°C | Aug · 27°C |
| Coldest month | Jun 2025 · 16°C | Jun · 16°C |
| Wettest month | Apr 2025 · 139 mm | Apr · 136 mm |
| Windiest month | Sep 2025 · 13 km/h | Sep · 12 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March
Good April
Good May best
Excellent June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September
Excellent October
Good November
Wet December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C / 17°C | 27°C / 18°C | 11days (52 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 8.8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| February | 26°C / 17°C | 29°C / 18°C | 12days (56 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 9.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| March | 26°C / 17°C | 29°C / 18°C | 16days (84 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 77% Humid | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April | 25°C / 17°C | 27°C / 18°C | 21days (136 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 82% Humid | 7.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| May best | 25°C / 16°C | 26°C / 18°C | 10days (56 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 76% Humid | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 25°C / 16°C | 25°C / 17°C | 2days (7 mm) Excellent | 10.1h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 26°C / 16°C | 26°C / 16°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 9.8h Good | 52% Moderate | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 27°C / 17°C | 27°C / 18°C | 5days (24 mm) Good | 10h Excellent | 57% Moderate | 8.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September | 27°C / 17°C | 27°C / 18°C | 10days (42 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 26°C / 17°C | 28°C / 18°C | 14days (73 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| November | 25°C / 16°C | 27°C / 18°C | 19days (102 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 79% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 25°C / 16°C | 27°C / 18°C | 17days (78 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 79% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Rwamagana are May, June, July, August, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Rwamagana, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Rwamagana is August, with average daytime highs of 27°C (80°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Rwamagana is June, with average overnight lows of 16°C (61°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Rwamagana is April, averaging 136mm of precipitation across 21 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Rwamagana runs through April, November, December, March, with the heaviest rainfall in April. Based on 10-year averages for Rwamagana.
Rwamagana receives approximately 122 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is February with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Rwamagana.
The least favorable months to visit Rwamagana are March, April, November, December, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider May, June, July, August instead.
The annual average UV index in Rwamagana is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Rwamagana is 71%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Rwamagana are 11 km/h (7 mph). The windiest month is September with peak winds reaching 12 km/h (8 mph) (gusts up to 31 km/h / 19 mph).
Rwamagana averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 71%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Rwamagana is 15°C (59°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Rwamagana 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 Rwamagana ranges from 18°C (64°F) to 27°C (81°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 Rwamagana. It earns a climate score of 8.8/10 with Excellent.
For May in Rwamagana, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat. With average highs of 25°C (76°F) and 10 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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