Climate Insights for Gitarama

Muhanga District, Southern Province, Rwanda

Hottest
August
25°C peak
Coldest
November
14°C low
Wettest
April
182mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Gitarama is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 1184mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 182mm of rainfall. Gitarama sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 14° Feb Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 14° Mar Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 14° Apr Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 14° May Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15° Jun Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 14° Jul Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 14° Aug Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 15° Sep Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 15° Oct Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 14° Nov Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° Dec Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 14°
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Average
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Gitarama sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 25°C. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. November is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 145mm Feb Precipitation: 133mm Mar Precipitation: 149mm Apr Precipitation: 182mm May Precipitation: 74mm Jun Precipitation: 11mm Jul Precipitation: 6mm Aug Precipitation: 27mm Sep Precipitation: 62mm Oct Precipitation: 115mm Nov Precipitation: 147mm Dec Precipitation: 133mm
Precipitation

Gitarama is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1184mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 99mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 182mm of rainfall. March and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 6mm. That's 176mm 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/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 8km/h Feb Wind Speed: 9km/h Mar Wind Speed: 9km/h Apr Wind Speed: 9km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 11km/h Jul Wind Speed: 11km/h Aug Wind Speed: 12km/h Sep Wind Speed: 12km/h Oct Wind Speed: 12km/h Nov Wind Speed: 10km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Gitarama is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/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 11km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Gitarama, which began on March 20, 2026. Gitarama sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in August at around 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in November near 14°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 14 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 324mm across the season with a monthly average of 108mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 14 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 411mm across the season with a monthly average of 137mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 14 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 405mm across the season with a monthly average of 135mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 14 to 25°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 45mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 19°
Feb 19°
Mar 19°
Apr 19°
May 19°
Jun 19°
Jul 20°
Aug 20°
Sep 20°
Oct 19°
Nov 18°
Dec 19°

The best time to visit Gitarama is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 36mm per month. By contrast, November 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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gitarama 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
14 °C
24 °C
8 km/h
145 mm
0 cm
Feb
14 °C
25 °C
9 km/h
133 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
14 °C
24 °C
9 km/h
149 mm
0 cm
Apr
14 °C
23 °C
9 km/h
182 mm
0 cm
May
15 °C
24 °C
10 km/h
74 mm
0 cm
Jun
14 °C
24 °C
11 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Jul
14 °C
25 °C
11 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
25 °C
12 km/h
27 mm
0 cm
Sep
15 °C
25 °C
12 km/h
62 mm
0 cm
Oct
14 °C
24 °C
12 km/h
115 mm
0 cm
Nov
14 °C
23 °C
10 km/h
147 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
24 °C
9 km/h
133 mm
0 cm
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