Climate Insights for Akamanyana

Burera District, Northern Province, Rwanda

Hottest
August
23°C peak73°F peak
Coldest
December
14°C low57°F low
Wettest
April
252 mm rain9.9 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Akamanyana is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 1,887 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 252 mm of rainfall. Akamanyana sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Akamanyana is temperate. The average annual temperature is 64°F and approximately 74.3 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 9.9 in of rainfall. Akamanyana sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°FebMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 14°MarMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°AprMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°MayMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°JunMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°JulMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 14°AugMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 14°SepMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 14°OctMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°NovMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 14°DecMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 14°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 72°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°FFebMax: 73°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°FMarMax: 72°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°FAprMax: 71°FAverage: 64°FMin: 58°FMayMax: 71°FAverage: 64°FMin: 58°FJunMax: 72°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°FJulMax: 73°FAverage: 65°FMin: 57°FAugMax: 73°FAverage: 65°FMin: 57°FSepMax: 73°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°FOctMax: 72°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°FNovMax: 71°FAverage: 63°FMin: 57°FDecMax: 71°FAverage: 63°FMin: 57°F
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Akamanyana has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 18°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 17°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Akamanyana has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 16°F range. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 65°F. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 57°F and an average of 63°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 176mmFebPrecipitation: 169mmMarPrecipitation: 244mmAprPrecipitation: 252mmMayPrecipitation: 101mmJunPrecipitation: 29mmJulPrecipitation: 26mmAugPrecipitation: 75mmSepPrecipitation: 142mmOctPrecipitation: 204mmNovPrecipitation: 242mmDecPrecipitation: 227mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 6.9inFebPrecipitation: 6.6inMarPrecipitation: 9.6inAprPrecipitation: 9.9inMayPrecipitation: 4inJunPrecipitation: 1.2inJulPrecipitation: 1inAugPrecipitation: 2.9inSepPrecipitation: 5.6inOctPrecipitation: 8inNovPrecipitation: 9.5inDecPrecipitation: 9in
Precipitation

Akamanyana is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,887 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 157 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 252 mm of rainfall. March and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 26 mm. That's 226 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.Akamanyana is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 74.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.2 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 9.9 in of rainfall. March and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1 in. That's 8.9 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

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

Akamanyana is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 6km/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 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Akamanyana 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 June, averaging 4mph, 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 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan18°64°F
Feb18°64°F
Mar18°64°F
Apr18°64°F
May18°64°F
Jun18°64°F
Jul18°65°F
Aug18°65°F
Sep18°64°F
Oct18°64°F
Nov17°63°F
Dec17°63°F

The best time to visit Akamanyana is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 43 mm per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 14°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Akamanyana is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.7 in per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 57°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 Akamanyana 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 Akamanyana 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
14 °C57 °F
22 °C72 °F
4 km/h3 mph
176 mm6.9 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
14 °C57 °F
23 °C73 °F
4 km/h3 mph
169 mm6.6 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
14 °C57 °F
22 °C72 °F
4 km/h3 mph
244 mm9.6 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
14 °C58 °F
22 °C71 °F
4 km/h3 mph
252 mm9.9 in
0 cm0 in
May
14 °C58 °F
22 °C71 °F
5 km/h3 mph
101 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
14 °C57 °F
22 °C72 °F
6 km/h4 mph
29 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
14 °C57 °F
23 °C73 °F
6 km/h4 mph
26 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C57 °F
23 °C73 °F
6 km/h4 mph
75 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C57 °F
23 °C73 °F
5 km/h3 mph
142 mm5.6 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
14 °C57 °F
22 °C72 °F
5 km/h3 mph
204 mm8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
14 °C57 °F
21 °C71 °F
4 km/h3 mph
242 mm9.5 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
14 °C57 °F
22 °C71 °F
4 km/h3 mph
227 mm9 in
0 cm0 in