Climate Insights for Nyabitekeli

Nyamasheke District, Western Province, Rwanda

Hottest
August
23°C peak
Coldest
December
18°C low
Wettest
April
216mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Nyabitekeli is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 1121mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 216mm of rainfall. Nyabitekeli 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: 20° Min: 19° Feb Max: 23° Average: 21° Min: 19° Mar Max: 23° Average: 21° Min: 19° Apr Max: 23° Average: 21° Min: 19° May Max: 23° Average: 21° Min: 19° Jun Max: 23° Average: 21° Min: 19° Jul Max: 23° Average: 21° Min: 19° Aug Max: 23° Average: 21° Min: 19° Sep Max: 23° Average: 21° Min: 19° Oct Max: 22° Average: 21° Min: 19° Nov Max: 22° Average: 20° Min: 18° Dec Max: 22° Average: 20° Min: 18°
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Nyabitekeli has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°C range. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 21°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 20°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 66mm Feb Precipitation: 59mm Mar Precipitation: 122mm Apr Precipitation: 216mm May Precipitation: 91mm Jun Precipitation: 11mm Jul Precipitation: 4mm Aug Precipitation: 18mm Sep Precipitation: 61mm Oct Precipitation: 148mm Nov Precipitation: 181mm Dec Precipitation: 144mm
Precipitation

Nyabitekeli is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1121mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 93mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 216mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 4mm. That's 212mm 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: 10km/h Mar Wind Speed: 10km/h Apr Wind Speed: 10km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 10km/h Jul Wind Speed: 10km/h Aug Wind Speed: 11km/h Sep Wind Speed: 11km/h Oct Wind Speed: 11km/h Nov Wind Speed: 10km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Nyabitekeli 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 August, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, 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 2km/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 Nyabitekeli, which began on March 20, 2026. Nyabitekeli 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 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 18°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 18 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 390mm across the season with a monthly average of 130mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 23°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 269mm for the season, averaging 90mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 19 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 429mm across the season with a monthly average of 143mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 19 to 23°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 32mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 20°
Feb 21°
Mar 21°
Apr 21°
May 21°
Jun 21°
Jul 21°
Aug 21°
Sep 21°
Oct 21°
Nov 20°
Dec 20°

The best time to visit Nyabitekeli is during January, 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 44mm per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 18°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 Nyabitekeli 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
19 °C
22 °C
9 km/h
66 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
23 °C
10 km/h
59 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
19 °C
23 °C
10 km/h
122 mm
0 cm
Apr
19 °C
23 °C
10 km/h
216 mm
0 cm
May
19 °C
23 °C
10 km/h
91 mm
0 cm
Jun
19 °C
23 °C
10 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
23 °C
10 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
23 °C
11 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Sep
19 °C
23 °C
11 km/h
61 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
22 °C
11 km/h
148 mm
0 cm
Nov
18 °C
22 °C
10 km/h
181 mm
0 cm
Dec
18 °C
22 °C
9 km/h
144 mm
0 cm
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