Rwanda weather in August
Thinking about venturing to Rwanda this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Rwanda in August?
August in Rwanda generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to high.
The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 22°C in Gisenyi to 29°C in Rwamagana. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C in Rwamagana and 16°C in Gisenyi.
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Rwamagana with an average of 24 mm to high rainfall in Ruhengeri with 139 mm. Meanwhile, Kigali enjoys close to 217 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Rwanda in August, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Rwanda climate page.
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Average weather in Kigali
In August Kigali generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Ruhengeri
In August Ruhengeri generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Gisenyi
In August Gisenyi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°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 Kacyiru
In August Kacyiru generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Kanombe
In August Kanombe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is August the best time to visit Rwanda?
We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Rwanda with overall perfect weather in Kigali. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
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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