Climate Insights for Ntahangwa
Bujumbura Mairie, Burundi
Climate Overview
The climate in Ntahangwa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 747 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 205 mm of rainfall. Ntahangwa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Ntahangwa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 76°F and approximately 29.4 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 8.1 in of rainfall. Ntahangwa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Ntahangwa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 31°C. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Ntahangwa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 65°F to 88°F. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 88°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 65°F and an average of 75°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Ntahangwa is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 747 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 62 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 205 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 5 mm. That's 200 mm less than April, 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.Ntahangwa is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 29.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.4 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 8.1 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.2 in. That's 7.9 in less than April, 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
Ntahangwa 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 August, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 5km/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, 7km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Ntahangwa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, 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, 4mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Ntahangwa is during February, March, May, June, July, August, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 34 mm per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Ntahangwa is during February, March, May, June, July, August, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.3 in per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 88°F. 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 Ntahangwa 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 Ntahangwa 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.