Climate of Northern, Rwanda
Area-weighted average across Northern. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Northern, a subdivision of Rwanda, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 17°C / 62.6°F in June to 17.7°C / 63.9°F in August, with rainfall from 17 mm / 0.7 in to 190 mm / 7.5 in depending on the season (1205 mm / 47.4 in total across the year). See the 2 cities 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 | 17.6°C63.7°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
| February | 17.5°C63.5°F | 105 mm4.1″ | — |
| March | 17.5°C63.5°F | 136 mm5.4″ | — |
| April | 17.3°C63.1°F | 190 mm7.5″ | — |
| May | 17.1°C62.8°F | 135 mm5.3″ | — |
| June | 17°C62.6°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 17.4°C63.3°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 17.7°C63.9°F | 43 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 17.7°C63.9°F | 101 mm4″ | — |
| October | 17.5°C63.5°F | 122 mm4.8″ | — |
| November | 17.2°C63°F | 135 mm5.3″ | — |
| December | 17.3°C63.1°F | 104 mm4.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Northern?
The best months to visit Northern, Rwanda for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 17.7°C / 63.9°F, and the driest is July with about 17 mm / 0.7 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Northern?
Northern, Rwanda has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 17°C / 62.6°F in June to 17.7°C / 63.9°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1205 mm / 47.4 in, with the wettest month being April (190 mm / 7.5 in) and the driest July (17 mm / 0.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Northern?
The hottest month in Northern is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.7°C / 63.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Northern?
The coldest month in Northern is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 17°C / 62.6°F.
When does it rain most in Northern?
The wettest month in Northern is April, averaging about 190 mm / 7.5 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 17 mm / 0.7 in.