Kigali weather in October (Rwanda)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Kigali this October? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In October, the weather in Kigali generally includes high temperatures and high rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 27°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 16°C.

Precipitation

Kigali in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 121 mm for the month. Expect around 19 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 186 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

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 Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 121 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 186 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Rwanda in October

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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. 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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