December Rainfall and Precipitation in Rwanda

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Rwanda in December.

Rwanda experiences precipitation in December ranging from moderate in Rwamagana with 85 mm (3.3 in) of rainfall to heavy in Kinigi with 347 mm (14 in) of rainfall.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation

Temperatures Precipitation

Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

Rwanda precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Rwanda receive in December?

In December, Kigali typically receives significant rainfall, averaging around 103 mm (4.1 in). Expect a mix of wet and dry days with occasional showers.

How many days does it rain in Rwanda in December?

On average, Kigali has about 20 days days of rain in December.

Is December part of the rainy season in Rwanda?

Not really. December is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Rwanda.

What is the wettest city in December in Rwanda?

Looking at our data, Kinigi tops the wettest-cities list in Rwanda for December, with monthly rainfall averaging 347 mm (14 in).

What is the driest city in December in Rwanda?

The driest place is Rwamagana with an average rainfall of 85 mm (3.3 in) according to our data.

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