Climate Insights for Bigogwe
Nyabihu District, Western Province, Rwanda
Climate Overview
The climate in Bigogwe is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 3,358 mm of precipitation falls per year. Bigogwe receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bigogwe sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Bigogwe is temperate. The average annual temperature is 62°F and approximately 132.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Bigogwe receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bigogwe sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Bigogwe has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 17°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 17°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Bigogwe has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 17°F range. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 71°F with a mean of 63°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 54°F and an average of 62°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Bigogwe is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,358 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 280 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 435 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 47 mm. That's 388 mm less than March, 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.Bigogwe is a very wet location, receiving approximately 132.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 11 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 17.1 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.9 in. That's 15.3 in less than March, 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
Bigogwe 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 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, 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 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Bigogwe 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 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 2mph, 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
The best time to visit Bigogwe is during June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 55 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 22°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Bigogwe is during June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.2 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 71°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 Bigogwe 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 Bigogwe 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.