Rwanda

Rwanda Weather in July

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

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Kigali Ruhengeri Gisenyi Kanombe

Thinking about venturing to Rwanda this July and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Rwanda in July

July in Rwanda generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Gisenyi at 22°C (72°F) to warm in Rwamagana at 28°C (82°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Rwamagana and 16°C (61°F) in Gisenyi.

For a closer look at conditions across Rwanda, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Rwamagana with an average of 4.2 mm (0.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Kinigi with 52 mm (2 in). Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Kigali.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Kigali enjoys about 248 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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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 July

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 July for some of the most popular destinations in Rwanda?

Temperature range in Rwanda (July)

Precipitation variation in Rwanda (July)

Kigali

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

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
248 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
5.2 mm (0.2 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Kigali →

Ruhengeri

In July Ruhengeri generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
171 hours
149 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Ruhengeri →

Gisenyi

In July Gisenyi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
very good
Climate in Gisenyi →

Kacyiru

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

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
248 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
5.6 mm (0.2 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Kacyiru →

Kanombe

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

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
248 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
5 mm (0.2 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Kanombe →

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In our records: Rwanda July extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest July night in Rwanda dropped to 7°C (45°F) in Kigali on July 18, 2010.

Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kigali 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 5.2 mm (0.2 in)
Ruhengeri 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Gisenyi 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Kanombe 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
Rwamagana 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 4.2 mm (0.2 in)
Kacyiru 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 5.6 mm (0.2 in)

Rwanda weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Rwanda in July?

In July, Rwanda generally has excellent weather conditions. Kigali sees daytime temperatures near 27°C (81°F), with nights cooling to roughly 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in Rwanda in July?

Kigali averages a daytime maximum of 27°C (81°F) in July, with overnight lows close to 16°C (61°F).

Does Rwanda get a lot of rain in July?

July is on the drier side in Rwanda. Kigali averages only about 5.2 mm (0.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Rwanda?

We consider July to be one of the best times to travel to Rwanda. Typically, the climate in Kigali is excellent.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, May, June, July, August and September offering mostly excellent weather in Kigali.

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