Climate Insights for Butemba

The climate in Butemba is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 992mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 145mm of rainfall. Butemba sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Butemba sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 33°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Butemba is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 992mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 83mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 145mm of rainfall. September and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 19mm. That's 127mm less than October, 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.

Butemba 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 February, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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.

It is currently spring in Butemba, which began on March 20, 2026. Butemba 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 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in September near 19°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Butemba is during May, June, July, August and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 68mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°C, while September 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.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Butemba 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.