Climate Insights for Kayonza

Kayonza District, Eastern Province, Rwanda

Hottest
August
29°C peak
Coldest
July
18°C low
Wettest
April
134mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kayonza is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 725mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 134mm of rainfall. Kayonza 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: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Feb Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 19° Mar Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Apr Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 18° May Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Jun Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 18° Jul Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 18° Aug Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Sep Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Oct Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 19° Nov Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 18° Dec Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 18°
Max
Average
Min

Kayonza sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 29°C. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 51mm Feb Precipitation: 60mm Mar Precipitation: 85mm Apr Precipitation: 134mm May Precipitation: 54mm Jun Precipitation: 8mm Jul Precipitation: 3mm Aug Precipitation: 22mm Sep Precipitation: 45mm Oct Precipitation: 79mm Nov Precipitation: 107mm Dec Precipitation: 78mm
Precipitation

Kayonza is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 725mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 60mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 134mm of rainfall. November and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3mm. That's 131mm 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: 9km/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: 12km/h Aug Wind Speed: 12km/h Sep Wind Speed: 12km/h Oct Wind Speed: 12km/h Nov Wind Speed: 10km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

Kayonza is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 April, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h 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 12km/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 Kayonza, which began on March 20, 2026. Kayonza 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 18°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 18 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 230mm for the season, averaging 77mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 27°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 189mm for the season, averaging 63mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 18 to 27°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 273mm for the season, averaging 91mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 18 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 32mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 22°
Feb 23°
Mar 22°
Apr 22°
May 22°
Jun 23°
Jul 23°
Aug 24°
Sep 23°
Oct 23°
Nov 22°
Dec 22°

The best time to visit Kayonza is during January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 48mm 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 Kayonza 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
18 °C
27 °C
9 km/h
51 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
27 °C
9 km/h
60 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
18 °C
27 °C
9 km/h
85 mm
0 cm
Apr
18 °C
26 °C
9 km/h
134 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
27 °C
10 km/h
54 mm
0 cm
Jun
18 °C
28 °C
11 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Jul
18 °C
29 °C
12 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
29 °C
12 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Sep
19 °C
28 °C
12 km/h
45 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
27 °C
12 km/h
79 mm
0 cm
Nov
18 °C
26 °C
10 km/h
107 mm
0 cm
Dec
18 °C
26 °C
10 km/h
78 mm
0 cm
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