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Kigali weather in August (Rwanda)

Wondering what the weather is like in Kigali during August? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

Expect perfect weather in Kigali during August, which means high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 28°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 17°C.

Precipitation

Kigali in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 27 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 7 days.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 217 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Kigali. January, February, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, March, April, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Kigali, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 24%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 27 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
SunshineSunshine 217 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Rwanda in August

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

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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