Kigali weather in March (Rwanda)

Curious about the March weather in Kigali? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In March, Kigali generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 27°C. But by evening, they drop to around 16°C.

Kigali in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 116 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 20 days.

The city usually sees around 165 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Kigali. January, February, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kigali, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 68%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 116 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
SunshineSunshine 165 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Rwanda in March

Find out more about the weather in Rwanda in March and which places have the best weather 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 Kigali in March?

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 in March.

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

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