Climate Insights for Birembo
Nyamasheke District, Western Province, Rwanda
Climate Overview
The climate in Birembo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 3,156 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 608 mm of rainfall. Birembo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Birembo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 67°F and approximately 124.3 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 23.9 in of rainfall. Birembo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Birembo has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°C range. May is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 20°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 19°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows.Birembo has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 11°F range. May is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 72°F with a mean of 67°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 61°F and an average of 67°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 9°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Birembo is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,156 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 263 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 608 mm of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 22 mm. That's 585 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.Birembo is a very wet location, receiving approximately 124.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 10.4 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 23.9 in of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.9 in. That's 23 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
Birembo 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 July, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Birembo 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 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Birembo 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 50 mm per month. By contrast, May 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 Birembo is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 2 in per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 72°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 Birembo 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 Birembo 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.