Rwanda weather in December
Are you planning a trip to Rwanda in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Rwanda in December?
December in Rwanda generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Gisenyi at 22°C to warm in Rwamagana at 27°C. At night it cools down to 17°C in Rwamagana and 16°C in Gisenyi.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Rwamagana with an average of 85 mm to heavy rainfall in Gisenyi with 335 mm. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 124 hours of sunlight anticipated in Kigali. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
For specific regional insights in Rwanda for December, 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 December 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 December Ruhengeri generally has pleasant 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 December Gisenyi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Kacyiru
In December 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 December 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 December the best time to visit Rwanda?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Kigali, December may not be the ideal time to visit Rwanda.
Generally speaking, January, February, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Kigali.
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