Climate Insights for Bihari
Bugesera District, Eastern Province, Rwanda
Climate Overview
The climate in Bihari is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 1,054 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 214 mm of rainfall. Bihari sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Bihari is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 70°F and approximately 41.5 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 8.4 in of rainfall. Bihari sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Bihari sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 28°C. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Bihari sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 62°F to 82°F. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 72°F. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 62°F and an average of 71°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Bihari is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,054 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 88 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 214 mm of rainfall. November and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3 mm. That's 211 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.Bihari is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 41.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.5 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 8.4 in of rainfall. November and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.1 in. That's 8.3 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
Bihari 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 September, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 4km/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.Bihari 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 September, averaging 4mph, 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. 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 Bihari is during January, February, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 49 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 Bihari is during January, February, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.9 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 Bihari 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 Bihari 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.