Rwanda weather in April
Planning a getaway to Rwanda this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Rwanda in April?
April in Rwanda generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 22°C in Ruhengeri to 27°C in Rwamagana. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C in Rwamagana and 13°C in Ruhengeri.
In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Rwamagana with an average of 127 mm to heavy rainfall in Ruhengeri with 343 mm. Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Kigali. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 150 hours of sunlight anticipated in Kigali. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
For specific regional insights in Rwanda for April, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Rwanda climate page.
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Average weather in Kigali
In April Kigali generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Ruhengeri
In April Ruhengeri generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Gisenyi
In April Gisenyi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Kacyiru
In April Kacyiru generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Kanombe
In April Kanombe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is April the best time to visit Rwanda?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Kigali, April may not be the ideal time to visit Rwanda.
On average, the best time to visit Rwanda is in January, February, May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Kigali.
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