Climate Insights for Mabanza

Karongi District, Western Province, Rwanda

Hottest
February
22°C peak
Coldest
November
19°C low
Wettest
November
283mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mabanza is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 1720mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 283mm of rainfall. Mabanza 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: 22° Average: 21° Min: 20° Feb Max: 22° Average: 21° Min: 20° Mar Max: 22° Average: 21° Min: 20° Apr Max: 22° Average: 21° Min: 20° May Max: 22° Average: 21° Min: 20° Jun Max: 21° Average: 21° Min: 20° Jul Max: 21° Average: 21° Min: 20° Aug Max: 22° Average: 21° Min: 20° Sep Max: 22° Average: 21° Min: 20° Oct Max: 22° Average: 20° Min: 19° Nov Max: 21° Average: 20° Min: 19° Dec Max: 21° Average: 20° Min: 19°
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Mabanza has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°C range. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 21°C. November is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 20°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 122mm Feb Precipitation: 121mm Mar Precipitation: 189mm Apr Precipitation: 227mm May Precipitation: 113mm Jun Precipitation: 37mm Jul Precipitation: 15mm Aug Precipitation: 45mm Sep Precipitation: 114mm Oct Precipitation: 215mm Nov Precipitation: 283mm Dec Precipitation: 240mm
Precipitation

Mabanza is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1720mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 143mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 283mm of rainfall. December and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 15mm. That's 268mm less than November, 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: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 12km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 10km/h Jul Wind Speed: 12km/h Aug Wind Speed: 13km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 12km/h Nov Wind Speed: 11km/h Dec Wind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed

Mabanza is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 10km/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.

Seasons

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

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Mabanza, which began on March 20, 2026. Mabanza sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 22°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in November near 19°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 19 to 22°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 611mm across the season with a monthly average of 204mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 19 to 22°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 484mm across the season with a monthly average of 161mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 20 to 22°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 529mm across the season with a monthly average of 176mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 20 to 22°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 97mm over the season and a monthly average of 32mm. 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 21°
Feb 21°
Mar 21°
Apr 21°
May 21°
Jun 21°
Jul 21°
Aug 21°
Sep 21°
Oct 20°
Nov 20°
Dec 20°

The best time to visit Mabanza is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 32mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 22°C, while November is the coldest period with lows dropping to 19°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 Mabanza 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
20 °C
22 °C
12 km/h
122 mm
0 cm
Feb
20 °C
22 °C
12 km/h
121 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
20 °C
22 °C
12 km/h
189 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
22 °C
12 km/h
227 mm
0 cm
May
20 °C
22 °C
10 km/h
113 mm
0 cm
Jun
20 °C
21 °C
10 km/h
37 mm
0 cm
Jul
20 °C
21 °C
12 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Aug
20 °C
22 °C
13 km/h
45 mm
0 cm
Sep
20 °C
22 °C
13 km/h
114 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
22 °C
12 km/h
215 mm
0 cm
Nov
19 °C
21 °C
11 km/h
283 mm
0 cm
Dec
19 °C
21 °C
11 km/h
240 mm
0 cm
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