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Gisenyi Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Gisenyi maintains a fairly consistent warm average temperature. It also experiences much rainfall throughout the year. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Gisenyi remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 23°C in February. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 22°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 16°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Gisenyi is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 3082 mm. Gisenyi can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 434 mm of precipitation over 22 rainy days.

In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 48 mm of rainfall, spread across 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Gisenyi Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Forecast for Gisenyi

Wed   Jan 15
26°C | 16°C
SW 2 m/s
0.7 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

Thu   Jan 16
25°C | 16°C
SW 3 m/s
1.3 mm
broken clouds and  chance of rain

broken clouds and chance of rain

Fri   Jan 17
26°C | 16°C
SW 2 m/s
1.4 mm
broken clouds and thunder

broken clouds and thunder

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Gisenyi in Rwanda

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • What is the temperature like year round in Gisenyi?
    It has mild temperatures all year round ranging between 21°C and 22°C.
  • Which is the warmest month in Gisenyi?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Gisenyi?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 22°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Gisenyi?
    November tops the wettest month list with 434 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Gisenyi?
    July is the driest month with 48 mm of precipitation.

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