Climate Insights for Birambo
Ngororero District, Western Province, Rwanda
Climate Overview
The climate in Birambo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 2,158 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 307 mm of rainfall. Birambo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Birambo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 65°F and approximately 85 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 12.1 in of rainfall. Birambo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Birambo 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 19°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 18°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Birambo has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 17°F range. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 74°F with a mean of 66°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 57°F and an average of 64°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Birambo is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,158 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 180 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 307 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 23 mm. That's 284 mm less than January, 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.Birambo is a very wet location, receiving approximately 85 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.1 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 12.1 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.9 in. That's 11.2 in less than January, 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
Birambo 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 May, 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.Birambo 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 May, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, 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 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Birambo is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 41 mm per month. By contrast, January 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 Birambo is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.6 in per month. By contrast, January 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 Birambo 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 Birambo 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.