Climate of Western, Rwanda
Area-weighted average across Western. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Western, 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 17.8°C / 64°F in August, with rainfall from 20 mm / 0.8 in to 196 mm / 7.7 in depending on the season (1410 mm / 55.5 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 | 17.6°C63.7°F | 121 mm4.8″ | — |
| February | 17.5°C63.5°F | 132 mm5.2″ | — |
| March | 17.5°C63.5°F | 154 mm6.1″ | — |
| April | 17.3°C63.1°F | 196 mm7.7″ | — |
| May | 17.2°C63°F | 146 mm5.7″ | — |
| June | 17°C62.6°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 17.3°C63.1°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 17.8°C64°F | 47 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 17.7°C63.9°F | 115 mm4.5″ | — |
| October | 17.5°C63.5°F | 141 mm5.6″ | — |
| November | 17.1°C62.8°F | 160 mm6.3″ | — |
| December | 17.2°C63°F | 138 mm5.4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Western?
The best months to visit Western, Rwanda for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 17.8°C / 64°F, and the driest is July with about 20 mm / 0.8 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Western?
Western, Rwanda has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 17°C / 62.6°F in June to 17.8°C / 64°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1410 mm / 55.5 in, with the wettest month being April (196 mm / 7.7 in) and the driest July (20 mm / 0.8 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Western?
The hottest month in Western is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.8°C / 64°F.
What is the coldest month in Western?
The coldest month in Western is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 17°C / 62.6°F.
When does it rain most in Western?
The wettest month in Western is April, averaging about 196 mm / 7.7 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 20 mm / 0.8 in.