Climate Insights for Bugendana

Gitega, Burundi

Hottest
September
28°C peak82°F peak
Coldest
June
15°C low59°F low
Wettest
December
171 mm rain6.7 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Bugendana is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 1,080 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 171 mm of rainfall. Bugendana sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Bugendana is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 69°F and approximately 42.5 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 6.7 in of rainfall. Bugendana sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 16°FebMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°MarMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 16°AprMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 16°MayMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 16°JunMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 15°JulMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 15°AugMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 17°SepMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 18°OctMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 17°NovMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 16°DecMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 16°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 78°FAverage: 69°FMin: 61°FFebMax: 79°FAverage: 69°FMin: 62°FMarMax: 78°FAverage: 69°FMin: 62°FAprMax: 76°FAverage: 68°FMin: 61°FMayMax: 77°FAverage: 68°FMin: 60°FJunMax: 78°FAverage: 69°FMin: 59°FJulMax: 79°FAverage: 69°FMin: 59°FAugMax: 81°FAverage: 72°FMin: 62°FSepMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 64°FOctMax: 80°FAverage: 71°FMin: 63°FNovMax: 77°FAverage: 68°FMin: 61°FDecMax: 77°FAverage: 68°FMin: 61°F
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Bugendana sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 28°C. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Bugendana sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 59°F to 82°F. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 59°F and an average of 69°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 145mmFebPrecipitation: 118mmMarPrecipitation: 149mmAprPrecipitation: 167mmMayPrecipitation: 47mmJunPrecipitation: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 7mmSepPrecipitation: 25mmOctPrecipitation: 98mmNovPrecipitation: 150mmDecPrecipitation: 171mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.7inFebPrecipitation: 4.6inMarPrecipitation: 5.9inAprPrecipitation: 6.6inMayPrecipitation: 1.9inJunPrecipitation: 0.1inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.3inSepPrecipitation: 1inOctPrecipitation: 3.9inNovPrecipitation: 5.9inDecPrecipitation: 6.7in
Precipitation

Bugendana is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,080 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 90 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 171 mm of rainfall. April and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1 mm. That's 170 mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Bugendana is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 42.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.5 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 6.7 in of rainfall. April and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 6.7 in less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4km/hFebWind Speed: 5km/hMarWind Speed: 4km/hAprWind Speed: 4km/hMayWind Speed: 6km/hJunWind Speed: 7km/hJulWind Speed: 7km/hAugWind Speed: 7km/hSepWind Speed: 7km/hOctWind Speed: 6km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 4mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 4mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Bugendana is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 7km/h in winter, 6km/h in spring, 4km/h in summer, 5km/h in autumn.Bugendana is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 5mph in winter, 4mph in spring, 3mph in summer, 3mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan20°69°F
Feb21°69°F
Mar21°69°F
Apr20°68°F
May20°68°F
Jun20°69°F
Jul21°69°F
Aug22°72°F
Sep23°73°F
Oct22°71°F
Nov20°68°F
Dec20°68°F

The best time to visit Bugendana is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 30 mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Bugendana is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 70°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.2 in per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bugendana based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bugendana based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
16 °C61 °F
25 °C78 °F
4 km/h3 mph
145 mm5.7 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
17 °C62 °F
26 °C79 °F
5 km/h3 mph
118 mm4.6 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
16 °C62 °F
26 °C78 °F
4 km/h3 mph
149 mm5.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
16 °C61 °F
25 °C76 °F
4 km/h3 mph
167 mm6.6 in
0 cm0 in
May
16 °C60 °F
25 °C77 °F
6 km/h4 mph
47 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
15 °C59 °F
25 °C78 °F
7 km/h4 mph
1 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
15 °C59 °F
26 °C79 °F
7 km/h5 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
17 °C62 °F
27 °C81 °F
7 km/h5 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
18 °C64 °F
28 °C82 °F
7 km/h4 mph
25 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
17 °C63 °F
27 °C80 °F
6 km/h4 mph
98 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
16 °C61 °F
25 °C77 °F
5 km/h3 mph
150 mm5.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
16 °C61 °F
25 °C77 °F
4 km/h3 mph
171 mm6.7 in
0 cm0 in