Temperatures in August
It's warm in August in Rwanda with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 18°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Rwanda in August. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Rwanda with hot temperatures, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights close to 18°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature rises to around 29°C, with nights close to 18°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Rwanda will be around 29°C, with nights close to 18°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in August
In August, there is an average of 49 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The precipitation chance averages 18% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in August for Rwanda. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Rwanda in August |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
28°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
29°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
26°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
49 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
6 days | 10 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Rwanda?
Want nice weather? Then August is a great time to be in Rwanda. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Rwanda in August
With 32°C, Rwanda hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 13°C to a high of 21°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Rwanda
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Rwanda, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Rwanda
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Rwanda, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 6 days of rain in Rwanda.
Daily UV Index in August in Rwanda
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Rwanda, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Rwanda Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Rwanda, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Rwanda Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Rwanda, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in August for Rwanda
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Average Weather in Rwanda by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Rwanda. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
