Climate Insights for Amashya
Kayonza District, Eastern Province, Rwanda
Climate Overview
The climate in Amashya is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 744 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 141 mm of rainfall. Amashya sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Amashya is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 72°F and approximately 29.3 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 5.6 in of rainfall. Amashya sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Amashya sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 29°C. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Amashya has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 18°F range. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 74°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 65°F and an average of 74°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Amashya is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 744 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 62 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 141 mm of rainfall. November and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 4 mm. That's 138 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.Amashya is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 29.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.4 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 5.6 in of rainfall. November and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.2 in. That's 5.4 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
Amashya 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 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Amashya 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 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. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Amashya is during January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 50 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 Amashya is during January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 73°F with modest rainfall averaging 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 Amashya 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 Amashya 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.