Kigali Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
With consistently stable weather, Kigali, Rwanda, sees little seasonal temperature change. Daytime highs average 27°C (81°F), ranging from 28°C (82°F) in August to 26°C (79°F) in November.
Rainfall is high, totalling around 1007 mm (40 in) per year. April is the wettest month and July the driest. The city also experiences a distinct dry season from June to August. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 8.3 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Kigali
The climate in Kigali remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 26°C (79°F) during cooler months like November.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 17°C (63°F) in August to around 16°C (61°F) during November.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Kigali
Kigali is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1007 mm (40 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, April it receives high rainfall, averaging 149 mm (5.9 in) of precipitation, recorded across 23 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month July brings less rainfall, with 5.2 mm (0.2 in) over 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Kigali Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Kigali
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Kigali. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.3 hours, February marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.0 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Kigali 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Kigali
During January, March, May, June and December, Kigali experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 26°C (79°F) and 27°C (80°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 17 mm (0.7 in) and 116 mm (4.6 in). Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
