Climate of Southern, Rwanda
Area-weighted average across Southern. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Southern, a subdivision of Rwanda, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 18.3°C / 64.9°F in June to 19.3°C / 66.7°F in August, with rainfall from 11 mm / 0.4 in to 207 mm / 8.1 in depending on the season (1286 mm / 50.6 in total across the year). See the 3 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 | 18.8°C65.8°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| February | 18.7°C65.7°F | 124 mm4.9″ | — |
| March | 18.7°C65.7°F | 145 mm5.7″ | — |
| April | 18.6°C65.5°F | 207 mm8.1″ | — |
| May | 18.4°C65.1°F | 149 mm5.9″ | — |
| June | 18.3°C64.9°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 18.6°C65.5°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 19.3°C66.7°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 19.3°C66.7°F | 87 mm3.4″ | — |
| October | 18.9°C66°F | 119 mm4.7″ | — |
| November | 18.3°C64.9°F | 147 mm5.8″ | — |
| December | 18.5°C65.3°F | 123 mm4.8″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Southern?
The best months to visit Southern, Rwanda for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 19.3°C / 66.7°F, and the driest is July with about 11 mm / 0.4 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Southern?
Southern, Rwanda has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 18.3°C / 64.9°F in June to 19.3°C / 66.7°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1286 mm / 50.6 in, with the wettest month being April (207 mm / 8.1 in) and the driest July (11 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 Southern?
The hottest month in Southern is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.3°C / 66.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Southern?
The coldest month in Southern is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.3°C / 64.9°F.
When does it rain most in Southern?
The wettest month in Southern is April, averaging about 207 mm / 8.1 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 11 mm / 0.4 in.