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Bujumbura weather in December (Burundi)

Will it be warm or cold in Bujumbura this December? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Bujumbura typically includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 28°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 19°C.

Precipitation

Bujumbura in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 257 mm for the month. Expect frequent, heavy rain this month, marking the peak rainfall period. A poncho will help protect you from getting soaked. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 20 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 166 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Bujumbura. June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bujumbura climate page with graphs.

 

Bujumbura, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 68%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 257 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 78%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 166 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Burundi in December

Find out more about the weather in Burundi and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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