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Kigali

Visit in July — score 82/100 · avg high 82°F · 5 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

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January

84°/56°F
25 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

February

85°/57°F
28 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

March

84°/56°F
31 rain days
12.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

April

80°/57°F
30 rain days
12.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

May

78°/55°F
31 rain days
11.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

June

#2
79°/52°F
13 rain days
11.9h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

July

#1
82°/51°F
5 rain days
11.9h daylight
High crowds
Average

August

#3
84°/53°F
15 rain days
11.9h daylight
High crowds
Average

September

84°/56°F
22 rain days
12.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

October

84°/56°F
31 rain days
12.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

81°/56°F
30 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

December

82°/56°F
31 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January4868°84°56°259912.1hModerateAverage
February4869°85°57°2812212.1hModerateAverage
March4968°84°56°3114712.0hModerateBelow avg
April4667°80°57°3018312.0hModerateAverage
May4567°78°55°3113011.9hModerateAverage
June6365°79°52°135011.9hHighAbove avg
July8266°82°51°52111.9hHighAverage
August6268°84°53°156211.9hHighAverage
September5169°84°56°228812.0hModerateAverage
October4768°84°56°3112512.0hModerateAverage
November4867°81°56°3017312.1hModerateBelow avg
December4967°82°56°3112212.1hModerateBelow avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
49/100
High
83°F
Low
56°F
Rain days
28/mo
Crowds
moderate

Spring in Kigali (September, October, November) brings average highs of 83°F and lows of 56°F, with about 28 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 49/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 51/100.

Summer

Score
48/100
High
84°F
Low
56°F
Rain days
28/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Kigali (December, January, February) brings average highs of 84°F and lows of 56°F, with about 28 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 48/100, with December being the strongest month of the season at 49/100.

Fall

Score
47/100
High
81°F
Low
56°F
Rain days
31/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Kigali (March, April, May) brings average highs of 81°F and lows of 56°F, with about 31 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 47/100, with March being the strongest month of the season at 49/100.

Winter

Score
69/100
High
82°F
Low
52°F
Rain days
11/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Kigali (June, July, August) brings average highs of 82°F and lows of 52°F, with about 11 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 69/100, with July being the strongest month of the season at 82/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Kigali?
The best month to visit Kigali is July, with an overall travel score of 82/100. Expect average highs of 82°F, about 5 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Kigali expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Kigali are relatively moderate, averaging 113% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is December.
What is the weather like in Kigali in December?
December in Kigali has average highs of 82°F and lows of 56°F, with approximately 31 rainy days and 12.1 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 49/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Kigali?
The most affordable time to visit Kigali is December, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in December, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is May (score: 45/100).

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