Climate Insights for Bitaba

Rusizi District, Western Province, Rwanda

Hottest
September
25°C peak78°F peak
Coldest
July
17°C low62°F low
Wettest
April
236 mm rain9.3 in rain
Best to Visit
February, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Bitaba is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 1,172 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 236 mm of rainfall. Bitaba sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Bitaba is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 69°F and approximately 46.2 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 9.3 in of rainfall. Bitaba sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 24°Average: 20°Min: 17°FebMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 17°MarMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 17°AprMax: 24°Average: 20°Min: 17°MayMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 17°JunMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 17°JulMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 17°AugMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 17°SepMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 18°OctMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 18°NovMax: 24°Average: 20°Min: 17°DecMax: 24°Average: 20°Min: 17°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 76°FAverage: 69°FMin: 63°FFebMax: 77°FAverage: 69°FMin: 63°FMarMax: 76°FAverage: 69°FMin: 63°FAprMax: 76°FAverage: 69°FMin: 63°FMayMax: 76°FAverage: 69°FMin: 63°FJunMax: 76°FAverage: 69°FMin: 62°FJulMax: 76°FAverage: 69°FMin: 62°FAugMax: 77°FAverage: 70°FMin: 63°FSepMax: 78°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FOctMax: 77°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FNovMax: 75°FAverage: 68°FMin: 63°FDecMax: 75°FAverage: 69°FMin: 63°F
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Bitaba has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.Bitaba has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 16°F range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 78°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 62°F and an average of 69°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 105mmFebPrecipitation: 84mmMarPrecipitation: 137mmAprPrecipitation: 236mmMayPrecipitation: 86mmJunPrecipitation: 6mmJulPrecipitation: 3mmAugPrecipitation: 13mmSepPrecipitation: 53mmOctPrecipitation: 124mmNovPrecipitation: 166mmDecPrecipitation: 160mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.1inFebPrecipitation: 3.3inMarPrecipitation: 5.4inAprPrecipitation: 9.3inMayPrecipitation: 3.4inJunPrecipitation: 0.2inJulPrecipitation: 0.1inAugPrecipitation: 0.5inSepPrecipitation: 2.1inOctPrecipitation: 4.9inNovPrecipitation: 6.5inDecPrecipitation: 6.3in
Precipitation

Bitaba is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,172 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 98 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 236 mm of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3 mm. That's 233 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.Bitaba is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 46.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.9 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 9.3 in of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.1 in. That's 9.2 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

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4km/hFebWind Speed: 4km/hMarWind Speed: 4km/hAprWind Speed: 5km/hMayWind Speed: 6km/hJunWind Speed: 6km/hJulWind Speed: 6km/hAugWind Speed: 6km/hSepWind Speed: 5km/hOctWind Speed: 5km/hNovWind Speed: 4km/hDecWind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 2mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 4mphJulWind Speed: 4mphAugWind Speed: 4mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 2mph
Wind Speed

Bitaba 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 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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 6km/h in winter, 5km/h in spring, 4km/h in summer, 5km/h in autumn.Bitaba 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 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, 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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 4mph in winter, 3mph in spring, 2mph in summer, 3mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan20°69°F
Feb21°69°F
Mar21°69°F
Apr20°69°F
May21°69°F
Jun21°69°F
Jul21°69°F
Aug21°70°F
Sep21°70°F
Oct21°70°F
Nov20°68°F
Dec20°69°F

The best time to visit Bitaba 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 41 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 Bitaba is during February, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.6 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 Bitaba 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 Bitaba 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
17 °C63 °F
24 °C76 °F
4 km/h2 mph
105 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
17 °C63 °F
25 °C77 °F
4 km/h3 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
17 °C63 °F
25 °C76 °F
4 km/h3 mph
137 mm5.4 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
17 °C63 °F
24 °C76 °F
5 km/h3 mph
236 mm9.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
17 °C63 °F
25 °C76 °F
6 km/h3 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
17 °C62 °F
25 °C76 °F
6 km/h4 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
17 °C62 °F
25 °C76 °F
6 km/h4 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
17 °C63 °F
25 °C77 °F
6 km/h4 mph
13 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
18 °C64 °F
25 °C78 °F
5 km/h3 mph
53 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
18 °C64 °F
25 °C77 °F
5 km/h3 mph
124 mm4.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
17 °C63 °F
24 °C75 °F
4 km/h3 mph
166 mm6.5 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
17 °C63 °F
24 °C75 °F
4 km/h2 mph
160 mm6.3 in
0 cm0 in