Kigali weather in October (Rwanda)

Curious about the October weather in Kigali? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In October, Kigali generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 27°C, while night temperatures can drop to 16°C.

Kigali in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 121 mm for the month. Typically around 19 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 186 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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

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

 

Kigali, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 121 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
SunshineSunshine 186 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Rwanda in October

Find out more about the weather in Rwanda in October 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 October?

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 October.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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