Weather in Ruanda in August
Country-wide climate normals across 15 cities in Ruanda.
How Hot Is Ruanda in August?
Ruanda's August is consistently warm — typical 26°C, with no major regional outliers.
Sunshine in Ruanda in August
Sun and cloud trade off across Ruanda in August: Gisenyi averages 5.7h of direct sun a day, with daylight from 6:05 am to 6:10 pm. Conditions vary day to day, with bright spells interrupted by cloudy stretches. Most regions of the country see a similar mixed pattern, though some areas may lean drier or wetter than the national average.
Does It Rain In Ruanda In August?
Typical August rainfall covers Ruanda: about 41mm in Gisenyi across 6 days, with wetter conditions in coastal regions and drier conditions inland. Expect showers about half the days, but extended dry stretches between them. The pattern is variable but predictable.
Is Ruanda Humid In August?
Ruanda sees comfortable humidity in August: about 55% in Gisenyi, with similar conditions across most regions. The air feels balanced — neither dry nor sticky — making outdoor activity pleasant throughout the day. Coastal and inland cities track within a few percentage points of each other.
Wind In Ruanda In August
Light breezes are typical across Ruanda in August: 11 kph in Gisenyi, with similar gentle wind conditions in most regions. The air moves enough to keep things fresh on warm days but not enough to be disruptive. Coastal cities may see slightly more.
Cloud Cover In Ruanda In August
Ruanda's August brings sun-and-cloud weather: Gisenyi sees 44% cloud cover on average, with similar patterns nationwide. Bright periods and cloudy ones trade off through the day, with no single dominant condition.