Average Monthly Sunshine in Kigali

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Kigali receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Kigali, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 248 hours of sunshine, while the less sunny days of February provide just 119 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2109 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, the city serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 8.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in February, offering only 4.0 hours of daily sunlight.

Kigali’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Kigali enjoys an average of 2109 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.

In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast, dark winter and rainy skies.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Other climate information

April, Kigali’s wettest month, receives 27 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 27°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Precipitation page.