Climate Insights for Bishya
Gisagara District, Southern Province, Rwanda
Climate Overview
The climate in Bishya is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 1,122 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 184 mm of rainfall. Bishya sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Bishya is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 69°F and approximately 44.2 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 7.2 in of rainfall. Bishya sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Bishya sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 27°C. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Bishya sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 59°F to 81°F. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 59°F and an average of 69°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Bishya is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,122 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 94 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 184 mm of rainfall. November and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 10 mm. That's 174 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.Bishya is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 44.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.7 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 7.2 in of rainfall. November and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.4 in. That's 6.9 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
Bishya 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 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, 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.Bishya 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 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, 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 Bishya is during February, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°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 Bishya is during February, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 70°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 Bishya 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 Bishya 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.