Shyorongi, Rwanda experiences average highs of 22°C (72°F) and lows of 12°C (54°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 15 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Shyorongi, Rwanda Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Shyorongi, 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
7.4/10
Best: June, July, August
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 22°C / 12°C
Feels Like 22°C / 12°C
Rainy Days 15
Rainfall 111 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 71%
Wind Speed 10 km/h
Dew Point 12°C
Hottest Month
23°C
August
Avg Low13°C
Rain6days
Coldest Month
12°C
December
Avg High22°C
Rain22days
Driest Month
1days
July
Avg High23°C
Avg Low13°C
Windiest Month
11 km/h
June (Gusts 31)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding April, October, November, December due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:57
Daylight 12h
Sunset 17:59
Live conditions—
Shyorongi on the map · live conditions
Shyorongi, Rwanda
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Rwanda
- City
- Shyorongi
- Population
- 43.7K
- Coordinates
- -1.85°, 29.96°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 18 days/mo
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 18 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 21 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 13°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: 22°C / 12°C . Feb: 23°C / 12°C . Mar: 22°C / 12°C . Apr: 21°C / 13°C . May: 21°C / 13°C . Jun: 22°C / 12°C . Jul: 23°C / 13°C . Aug: 23°C / 13°C . Sep: 23°C / 13°C . Oct: 22°C / 12°C . Nov: 21°C / 12°C . Dec: 22°C / 12°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 133 mm. Feb: 120 mm. Mar: 176 mm. Apr: 209 mm. May: 87 mm. Jun: 13 mm. Jul: 6 mm. Aug: 39 mm. Sep: 79 mm. Oct: 145 mm. Nov: 178 mm. Dec: 151 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 74%. Feb: 74%. Mar: 77%. Apr: 82%. May: 76%. Jun: 62%. Jul: 52%. Aug: 56%. Sep: 66%. Oct: 73%. Nov: 79%. Dec: 78%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 9 km/h . Feb: 8 km/h . Mar: 8 km/h . Apr: 8 km/h . May: 10 km/h . Jun: 11 km/h . Jul: 11 km/h . Aug: 11 km/h . Sep: 11 km/h . Oct: 10 km/h . Nov: 9 km/h . Dec: 9 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 9h. May: 10h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. 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 10 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 24°C | Aug · 23°C |
| Coldest month | Dec 2025 · 11°C | Dec · 12°C |
| Wettest month | Oct 2025 · 207 mm | Apr · 209 mm |
| Windiest month | Sep 2025 · 11 km/h | Jun · 11 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March
Wet April
Wet May
Good June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September
Good October
Wet November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C / 12°C | 23°C / 12°C | 16days (133 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Good | View Details |
| February | 23°C / 12°C | 24°C / 12°C | 17days (120 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 9.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| March | 22°C / 12°C | 24°C / 12°C | 22days (176 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 77% Humid | 8.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 21°C / 13°C | 23°C / 13°C | 26days (209 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 82% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 21°C / 13°C | 21°C / 13°C | 16days (87 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 76% Humid | 7.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| June best | 22°C / 12°C | 21°C / 12°C | 2days (13 mm) Excellent | 10h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 23°C / 13°C | 21°C / 12°C | 1days (6 mm) Excellent | 9.7h Good | 52% Moderate | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 23°C / 13°C | 22°C / 12°C | 6days (39 mm) Good | 9.8h Good | 56% Moderate | 8.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September | 23°C / 13°C | 23°C / 12°C | 13days (79 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| October | 22°C / 12°C | 23°C / 12°C | 19days (145 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 73% Muggy | 9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 21°C / 12°C | 22°C / 11°C | 23days (178 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 79% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 22°C / 12°C | 23°C / 11°C | 22days (151 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 78% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Shyorongi are June, July, August, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Shyorongi, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Shyorongi is August, with average daytime highs of 23°C (74°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Shyorongi is December, with average overnight lows of 12°C (53°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Shyorongi is April, averaging 209mm of precipitation across 26 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Shyorongi runs through April, November, March, December, with the heaviest rainfall in April. Based on 10-year averages for Shyorongi.
Shyorongi receives approximately 118 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is January with around 10 hours. Based on climate data for Shyorongi.
The least favorable months to visit Shyorongi are April, October, November, December, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August instead.
The annual average UV index in Shyorongi is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Shyorongi is 71%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Shyorongi are 10 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is June with peak winds reaching 11 km/h (7 mph) (gusts up to 31 km/h / 20 mph).
Shyorongi averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 74%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Shyorongi is 12°C (54°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Shyorongi has a Subtropical Highland climate, classified as Cwb under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Shyorongi ranges from 12°C (54°F) to 22°C (72°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 Shyorongi. It earns a climate score of 7.5/10 with Good.
For May in Shyorongi, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses. With average highs of 21°C (70°F) and 16 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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