Rwanda

Rwanda Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Rwanda in February.

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Kigali Ruhengeri Gisenyi Kanombe

Planning a getaway to Rwanda this February and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Rwanda in February

Rwanda offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In February, one might encounter warm temperatures, and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Gisenyi to 28°C (82°F) in Rwamagana. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Rwamagana and 17°C (63°F) in Gisenyi.

To explore the conditions in Rwanda in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Rwamagana with an average of 74 mm (2.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Kinigi with 320 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Kigali gets around 119 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Rwanda by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Rwanda - and find the best time to visit. (based on Kigali)

January27°C (81°F) February28°C (82°F) March27°C (81°F) April26°C (79°F) May26°C (79°F) June26°C (79°F) July27°C (81°F) This monthAugust28°C (82°F) September28°C (82°F) October27°C (81°F) November26°C (79°F) December26°C (79°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Rwanda in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Rwanda.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Rwanda

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Rwanda?

Temperature range in Rwanda (February)

Precipitation variation in Rwanda (February)

Kigali

In February Kigali generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
119 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Kigali →

Ruhengeri

In February Ruhengeri generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
157 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
285 mm (11 in)
311 mm (12 in)
403 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Ruhengeri →

Gisenyi

In February Gisenyi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
236 mm (9.3 in)
264 mm (10 in)
387 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Gisenyi →

Kacyiru

In February Kacyiru generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
119 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
101 mm (4 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
very good
Climate in Kacyiru →

Kanombe

In February Kanombe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
119 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Kanombe →

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In our records: Rwanda February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Rwanda in our climate database (2004 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest February day in Rwanda reached 34°C (93°F) in Gisenyi on February 2, 2019.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Rwanda in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kigali 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Ruhengeri 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 311 mm (12 in)
Gisenyi 23°C (73°F) 17°C (63°F) 264 mm (10 in)
Kanombe 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Rwamagana 28°C (82°F) 18°C (64°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Kacyiru 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 101 mm (4 in)

Rwanda weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Rwanda in February?

Expect excellent weather across Rwanda in February. The popular destination of Kigali averages 28°C (82°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Rwanda in February?

Average temperatures in Rwanda during February range from a nighttime low near 16°C (61°F) to a daytime high around 28°C (82°F) in Kigali.

Does Rwanda get a lot of rain in February?

February is on the drier side in Rwanda. Kigali averages only about 96 mm (3.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Rwanda?

We believe that February is one of the best times to visit Rwanda with overall excellent weather in Kigali. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February, May, June, July, August and September provide excellent weather in Kigali.

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