Rwanda

Rwanda Weather in November

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

Thinking about venturing to Rwanda this November 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 November

The weather in Rwanda in November can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from pleasant to warm and precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Gisenyi at 22°C (72°F) to warm in Rwamagana at 26°C (79°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°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 November, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Rwamagana with an average of 114 mm (4.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Gisenyi with 434 mm (17 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Kigali gets around 150 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.

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Best Places to Visit in Rwanda in November

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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 November for some of the most popular destinations in Rwanda?

Temperature range in Rwanda (November)

Precipitation variation in Rwanda (November)

Kigali

In November Kigali generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
186 hours
150 hours
124 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
23 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Ruhengeri

In November Ruhengeri generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
135 hours
136 hours
Monthly rainfall
345 mm (14 in)
365 mm (14 in)
332 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
23 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Gisenyi

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

October
November
December
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
407 mm (16 in)
434 mm (17 in)
335 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
22 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Kacyiru

In November Kacyiru generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
186 hours
150 hours
124 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
23 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Kanombe

In November Kanombe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
186 hours
150 hours
124 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
23 days
20 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in November

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kigali 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)
Ruhengeri 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 365 mm (14 in)
Gisenyi 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 434 mm (17 in)
Kanombe 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Rwamagana 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Kacyiru 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)

Rwanda weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Rwanda in November?

In November, Rwanda generally has very good weather conditions. Kigali sees daytime temperatures near 26°C (79°F), with nights cooling to roughly 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in Rwanda in November?

Kigali averages a daytime maximum of 26°C (79°F) in November, with overnight lows close to 16°C (61°F).

Does Rwanda get a lot of rain in November?

Kigali typically receives notable rainfall in November, about 136 mm (5.4 in) on average across Rwanda.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Rwanda?

Given the typically very good weather conditions in Kigali, November may not be the ideal time to visit Rwanda.

On average, the best time to visit Rwanda is in January, February, May, June, July, August and September with generally excellent weather in Kigali.

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