Climate of Kigali, Rwanda
Area-weighted average across Kigali. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Kigali, a subdivision of Rwanda, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 19.6°C / 67.3°F in November to 20.8°C / 69.4°F in August, with rainfall from 9 mm / 0.4 in to 179 mm / 7 in depending on the season (1025 mm / 40.4 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20.3°C68.5°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| February | 20.2°C68.4°F | 95 mm3.7″ | — |
| March | 20.2°C68.4°F | 121 mm4.8″ | — |
| April | 20°C68°F | 179 mm7″ | — |
| May | 20°C68°F | 125 mm4.9″ | — |
| June | 19.7°C67.5°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 20°C68°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 20.8°C69.4°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 20.7°C69.3°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| October | 20.2°C68.4°F | 97 mm3.8″ | — |
| November | 19.6°C67.3°F | 122 mm4.8″ | — |
| December | 19.8°C67.6°F | 91 mm3.6″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kigali?
The best months to visit Kigali, Rwanda for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 20.8°C / 69.4°F, and the driest is July with about 9 mm / 0.4 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Kigali?
Kigali, Rwanda has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 19.6°C / 67.3°F in November to 20.8°C / 69.4°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1025 mm / 40.4 in, with the wettest month being April (179 mm / 7 in) and the driest July (9 mm / 0.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Kigali?
The hottest month in Kigali is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 20.8°C / 69.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Kigali?
The coldest month in Kigali is November, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.6°C / 67.3°F.
When does it rain most in Kigali?
The wettest month in Kigali is April, averaging about 179 mm / 7 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 9 mm / 0.4 in.