Rwanda experiences average highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 17°C (63°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 13 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Rwanda Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Kigali. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Sep 
Wetter season: Feb–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Key figures
Climate Score
8.3/10
Best: June, July, August, September
UV Index
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Low
Temperature 27°C / 17°C
Feels Like 29°C / 18°C
Rainy Days 13
Rainfall 88 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 71%
Wind Speed 10 km/h
Dew Point 16°C
Hottest Month
28°C
August
Avg Low18°C
Rain4days
Coldest Month
17°C
November
Avg High26°C
Rain21days
Driest Month
1days
July
Avg High27°C
Avg Low17°C
Windiest Month
11 km/h
September (Gusts 30)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March, April, October, November due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:57
Daylight 12h
Sunset 17:58
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 16 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 16 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 19 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 2 days/mo
3/3 best months
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: 27°C / 17°C . Feb: 27°C / 17°C . Mar: 27°C / 17°C . Apr: 26°C / 17°C . May: 26°C / 18°C . Jun: 27°C / 17°C . Jul: 27°C / 17°C . Aug: 28°C / 18°C . Sep: 28°C / 18°C . Oct: 27°C / 17°C . Nov: 26°C / 17°C . Dec: 26°C / 17°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 86 mm. Feb: 89 mm. Mar: 148 mm. Apr: 189 mm. May: 79 mm. Jun: 11 mm. Jul: 3 mm. Aug: 25 mm. Sep: 57 mm. Oct: 108 mm. Nov: 152 mm. Dec: 103 mm.
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 11 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 28°C | Aug · 28°C |
| Coldest month | Dec 2025 · 15°C | Nov · 17°C |
| Wettest month | Apr 2025 · 179 mm | Apr · 189 mm |
| Windiest month | Sep 2025 · 11 km/h | Sep · 11 km/h |
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 75%. Feb: 75%. Mar: 77%. Apr: 82%. May: 76%. Jun: 64%. Jul: 54%. Aug: 58%. 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: 9 km/h . May: 10 km/h . Jun: 11 km/h . Jul: 11 km/h . Aug: 11 km/h . Sep: 11 km/h . Oct: 11 km/h . Nov: 10 km/h . Dec: 9 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 10h. May: 11h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 11h.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March
Wet April
Wet May
Excellent June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Good November
Wet December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C / 17°C | 29°C / 18°C | 13days (86 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 75% Muggy | Good | View Details |
| February | 27°C / 17°C | 30°C / 19°C | 16days (89 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 75% Muggy | Good | View Details |
| March | 27°C / 17°C | 30°C / 19°C | 21days (148 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 77% Humid | Wet | View Details |
| April | 26°C / 17°C | 29°C / 19°C | 24days (189 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 82% Humid | Wet | View Details |
| May | 26°C / 18°C | 29°C / 19°C | 13days (79 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 76% Humid | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 27°C / 17°C | 28°C / 18°C | 2days (11 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 64% Muggy | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 27°C / 17°C | 28°C / 17°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 10.2h Excellent | 54% Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 28°C / 18°C | 29°C / 18°C | 4days (25 mm) Good | 10.3h Excellent | 58% Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 28°C / 18°C | 29°C / 19°C | 10days (57 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 66% Muggy | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 27°C / 17°C | 29°C / 18°C | 16days (108 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 73% Muggy | Good | View Details |
| November | 26°C / 17°C | 28°C / 18°C | 21days (152 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 79% Humid | Wet | View Details |
| December | 26°C / 17°C | 29°C / 18°C | 18days (103 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 78% Humid | Good | View Details |
Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Rwanda are June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Kigali, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Rwanda is August, with average daytime highs of 28°C (82°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Rwanda is November, with average overnight lows of 17°C (62°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Rwanda is April, averaging 189mm of precipitation across 24 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Rwanda runs through April, March, November, December, with the heaviest rainfall in April. Based on 10-year averages for Kigali.
Rwanda receives approximately 124 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is May with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Kigali.
The least favorable months to visit Rwanda are March, April, October, November, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September instead.
Average humidity in Rwanda is 71%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Rwanda are 10 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is September with peak winds reaching 11 km/h (7 mph) (gusts up to 30 km/h / 19 mph).
Rwanda averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 72%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Rwanda is 16°C (61°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Rwanda 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 Rwanda ranges from 18°C (64°F) to 29°C (84°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 Rwanda. It earns a climate score of 8.5/10 with Excellent.
For May in Rwanda, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat. With average highs of 26°C (80°F) and 13 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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