Climate Insights for Rumuruti

The climate in Rumuruti is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 889mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 140mm of rainfall. Rumuruti sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Rumuruti sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 27°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Rumuruti is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 889mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 74mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 140mm of rainfall. August and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 19mm. That's 122mm less than July, 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.

Rumuruti is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/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 10km/h in winter, 9km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.

It is currently autumn in Rumuruti, which began on September 23, 2026. Rumuruti sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 12°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

The best time to visit Rumuruti is during January, February, March, June, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 51mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Rumuruti 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.