Gisenyi Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Gisenyi’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Rwanda.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Gisenyi enjoys a stable climate with temperatures staying pretty much the same throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in February, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 22°C during cooler months like July. At night, minimum temperatures typically average around 16°C during these months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Gisenyi by month:
The coldest temperatures are usually recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest temperatures occur near 3 PM, at the peak of the sun's warmth.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
July, the city’s coldest month, sees about 48 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 5 days.
Annual Temperatures in Rwanda Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Rwanda. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Gisenyi Temperatures Compared World Wide
Gisenyi’s average annual maximum temperature is 22°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.
Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Gisenyi’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Gisenyi climate page.
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