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Rwanda in August

Where it is warm, dry and good for swimming in Rwanda in August — compared across the country’s main destinations.

Warmest
28°
Nyamata
Coolest
22°
Byumba
Driest
20 mm
Nyamata

Weather in August by city

PlaceDayNightRainSeaScore
Butare 26° 14° 32 mm — 90
Nyanza 26° 13° 32 mm — 89
Cyangugu 25° 14° 46 mm — 88
Gikongoro 24° 12° 37 mm — 88
Kibungo 27° 14° 24 mm — 87
Kigali 27° 15° 28 mm — 85
Kibuye 26° 14° 48 mm — 85
Gitarama 26° 14° 37 mm — 85
Muhanga 26° 13° 40 mm — 85
Shyorongi 24° 12° 32 mm — 85
Gisenyi 27° 15° 64 mm — 83
Rwamagana 27° 14° 23 mm — 83
Nyamata 28° 15° 20 mm — 79
Byumba 22° 10° 38 mm — 79
Ruhengeri 24° 12° 66 mm — 78
Nyagatare 27° 14° 33 mm — 76

Public holidays in August

  • Umuganura Day
  • Assumption Day
Public holidays 2026 →

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Rwanda in August?

Average daytime highs range from 22° in Byumba to 28° in Nyamata.

Where is it warmest in Rwanda in August?

Nyamata is the warmest of the main destinations, with average highs of 28°.