Kinigi Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Kinigi, Rwanda. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Kinigi is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 3319 mm (131 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The seasons in Kinigi, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, March, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 421 mm (17 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 20 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 52 mm (2 in) over 7 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

March, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). The city receives 155 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 23°C (73°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Kinigi Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Rwanda: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Rwanda. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Kinigi vs World: Rainfall Compared

Kinigi's average annual precipitation is 3319 mm (131 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Kinigi:

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

For more detailed information about Kinigi's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Kinigi Climate page.