Rwanda Climat and Average Météo
Climat of Rwanda: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climat in Rwanda month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Mois | Max moyenne | Min moyenne | Précipitations | Évaluation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| janvier | 27° | 15° | 98 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| février | 27° | 15° | 91 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| mars | 26° | 16° | 124 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| avril | 25° | 16° | 128 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| mai | 25° | 16° | 89 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| juin | 26° | 15° | 21 mm | ★★★★★ |
| juillet | 28° | 16° | 7 mm | ★★★★★ |
| août | 28° | 16° | 22 mm | ★★★★★ |
| septembre | 29° | 16° | 37 mm | ★★★★★ |
| octobre | 27° | 15° | 99 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| novembre | 25° | 15° | 141 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| décembre | 26° | 15° | 113 mm | ★★★★☆ |
Climat type: Temperate. Source : Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Rwanda
Élevéest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data – not all-time records.
How Rwanda compares avec nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Rwanda.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Victoria | 343 km | 17°C | 4°C cooler | 2364 mm |
| Uganda | 379 km | 22°C | +1°C warmer | 1307 mm |
| Serengeti National Park | 532 km | 23°C | +2°C warmer | 776 mm |
| Maasai mara National Reserve | 553 km | 21°C | +1°C warmer | 823 mm |
Meilleur moment pour visiter Rwanda
Go in juin, juillet, août and septembre. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: mars, avril and novembre – expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Rwanda
Today is about average for octobre. The forecast high of 26°C is in line avec the 27°C typical for this month.
A 97% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Within 15 degrees of the equator, day length barely changes all year; seasons are defined by rain, not temperature.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in décembre à février.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 3°C – an unusually even climate through the year.
What à pack, what à skip
- dim.glasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell – 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid mars, avril and novembre – historically the least comfortable months here.
Résumé
Rwanda est un pays d’Afrique. Rwanda est un pays d’Africa dont la capitale est Kigali. Sa population est d’environ 14 million. La capitale est Kigali.
Actuellement, il fait 21°C (70°F) in Rwanda avec averses légères. La température ressentie est de 24°C. Aujourd’hui, les températures vont de 16°C à 26°C. La probabilité de précipitations est de 97%. Les conditions pour les visites obtiennent 7.5/10 – bonnes conditions.
La meilleure période pour visiter Rwanda is juin, juillet, août and septembre. Le climat est temperate. mars, avril and novembre sont généralement les mois les moins confortables. septembre est le mois le plus chaud, avec des maximales moyennes proches de 29°C, tandis que décembre est le mois le plus froid, avec des minimales proches de 15°C.
Parmi les sites à proximité, citons Lake Victoria.
En termes simples. Today is about average for octobre. The forecast high of 26°C is in line avec the 27°C typical for this month. The best window à be outside is roughly 7 AM à 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Rwanda today at 9.9/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about Rwanda
| Type | Pays |
|---|---|
| Continent | Afrique |
| Continent | Afrique |
| Coordonnées | 1°56′38.8″S 30°3′42.8″E (-1.9441, 30.0619) |
| Capital | Kigali |
| Population | 14.000.000 |
| Area | 26.338 km² |
| ISO code | RW |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | RWA |
| Currency | Rwandan franc (RWF) |
| Languages | Kinyarwanda, English, French |
| Calling code | +250 |
| Fuseau horaire | Africa/Kigali |
| Heure locale | 5:41 PM (UTC+02:00) |
| Meilleurs mois | juin, juillet, août and septembre |
| Climat | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Rwanda?
Rwanda est un pays d’Afrique. Its coordinates are -1.9441, 30.0619. It lies in Afrique.
What is the weather like in Rwanda maintenant?
It is currently 21°C (70°F) avec averses légères. Humidité is 90% and wind is 2 km/h.
When is the best time à visit Rwanda?
juin, juillet, août and septembre offer the most comfortable conditions in Rwanda, which has a temperate climate. mars, avril and novembre are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Rwanda in?
Rwanda observes Africa/Kigali (UTC+02:00). The heure locale is 5:41 PM.
How many people live in Rwanda?
Rwanda has a population of approximately 14 million.
What are the top things à do in Rwanda?
Popular options include Lake Victoria.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) – coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Prévisions and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Qualité de l’air and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climat averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing – the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated octobre 22, 2026 at 5:41 PM heure locale. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
