Best Time to Visit Butare, Southern, Rwanda
Butare is at its sunniest and driest in June–August.
The best time to visit Butare for sunny, dry weather is June–August — 3 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through June–October and January–February; the wetter half falls in March–May and November–December. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 18.6°C / 65.5°F in June to 20.1°C / 68.2°F in August, with rainfall from 9 mm / 0.4 in (July) to 212 mm / 8.3 in (April). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Butare, Southern, Rwanda's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Butare's climate is broadly mild oceanic. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 18.6°C65.5°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 19.1°C66.4°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 20.1°C68.2°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Butare?
The best time to visit Butare for sunny, dry weather is June, July, August. At the city itself, the warmest month is August averaging 20.1°C / 68.2°F, and the driest is July with about 9 mm / 0.4 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Butare's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Butare?
The rainy season at Butare, Southern runs through March–May and November–December, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 117 mm / 4.6 in. The wettest single month is April (212 mm / 8.3 in).
What is the driest month in Butare?
The driest month in Butare is July, averaging about 9 mm / 0.4 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 19.1°C / 66.4°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Butare?
The least comfortable months for travel to Butare — based on point-value climate at the city — are March, April, May, June, July, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 212 mm / 8.3 in in April, and the coldest month averages 18.6°C / 65.5°F.
Is Butare climate different from Rwanda overall?
Yes, usually. Our Butare figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Rwanda figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Butare specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.