Temperature in Rwanda in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Rwanda this December.

Rwanda, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 22°C (72°F) in Gisenyi to 27°C (81°F) in Rwamagana. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Rwamagana and 16°C (61°F) in Gisenyi.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Rwanda in December?

Explore the map below to discover average December temperatures at the top destinations in Rwanda. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in Rwanda in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

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

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Rwanda temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Rwanda in December?

Daytime temperatures in Kigali typically peak at 26°C (79°F) in December, putting it in the high range.

How cold does it get at night in Rwanda in December?

Average overnight lows in Rwanda during December sit near 16°C (61°F) in Kigali.

What is the warmest city in December in Rwanda?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Rwamagana clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 27°C (81°F), and evenings that remain near 17°C (63°F).

What is the coldest city in December in Rwanda?

Our database indicates that in December, Gisenyi is the city with the coolest temperatures in Rwanda. You can expect daytime highs of 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows close to 16°C (61°F).

How much sun does Rwanda get in December?

Kigali usually sees around 124 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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