Rwanda Weather Forecast
Rwanda weather: 71°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Summary
Rwanda is a country in Africa. Rwanda is a country in Africa with its capital at Kigali. It has a population of about 14 million. The capital is Kigali.
Right now it is 71°F (22°C) in Rwanda with overcast. It feels like 74°F. Today runs from 65°F to 82°F. Chance of precipitation is 75%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.9/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Rwanda is June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. March, April and November tend to be the least comfortable months. September is the warmest month with average highs near 84°F, while December is the coldest with lows near 59°F.
Nearby highlights include Lake Victoria.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 82°F is in line with the 81°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Rwanda today at 9.6/10. 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.
Weather in Rwanda right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:57 PM, Oct 4 local time.
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Next 24 hours
Hour-by-hour temperature, precipitation chance and wind.
16-day forecast for Rwanda
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Oct 4 | 🌦️ Light showers | 82° / 65° | 75% · 0,2 in | 11 mph | 10 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 85° / 60° | 29% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 10 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 84° / 62° | 80% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 10 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | 🌧️ Showers | 76° / 62° | 78% · 0,3 in | 7 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 78° / 62° | 88% · 0,3 in | 5 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 77° / 60° | 80% · 0,2 in | 6 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | 🌧️ Showers | 68° / 61° | 92% · 0,7 in | 8 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 75° / 62° | 93% · 0,1 in | 5 mph | 3 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 77° / 61° | 82% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 76° / 61° | 77% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | 🌦️ Light showers | 74° / 62° | 97% · 0,7 in | 5 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 77° / 61° | 94% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 69° / 62° | 94% · 0,6 in | 5 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 71° / 61° | 98% · 0,2 in | 5 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Oct 18 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 73° / 61° | 96% · 0,1 in | 5 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Oct 19 | 🌦️ Light showers | 74° / 62° | 52% · 0,4 in | 5 mph | 8 |
Climate in Rwanda month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80° | 59° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 81° | 59° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 80° | 60° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 77° | 60° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 77° | 60° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 79° | 59° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 82° | 60° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 83° | 61° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 84° | 61° | 1,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 81° | 59° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 78° | 59° | 5,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 78° | 59° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Weather map for Rwanda
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Air quality and pollen in Rwanda
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Sun, twilight and moon
Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.
Best time to visit Rwanda
Go in June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: March, April and November - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Rwanda?
Rwanda is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are -1.9441, 30.0619. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Rwanda right now?
It is currently 71°F (22°C) with overcast. Humidity is 77% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Rwanda?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Rwanda, which has a temperate climate. March, April and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Rwanda in?
Rwanda observes Africa/Kigali (UTC+02:00). The local time is 8:57 PM.
How many people live in Rwanda?
Rwanda has a population of approximately 14 million.
What are the top things to 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate 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 October 4, 2026 at 8:57 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
