April weather forecast
Rwanda

In Rwanda, April signifies the peak of the long rainy season. As with the other months, Kigali's weather serves as a reliable indicator of the overall climatic conditions due to its central position and typical altitude. While the month is characterised by substantial rainfall, the temperatures remain relatively warm and comfortable.

The temperatures in April are similar to those experienced in March, typically ranging from 18°C (64.4°F) to 26°C (78.8°F). Despite the persistent rainfall, the overall warmth contributes to the country's lush greenery, transforming the landscapes into stunning vistas of verdant hills and valleys.

April witnesses the highest rainfall levels in the year, with the monthly average reaching around 150mm (5.91"). This significant increase from the preceding month makes it the wettest month in Rwanda. The rain usually falls in the form of heavy afternoon and evening showers, with mornings tending to be drier and clearer. However, sudden downpours can occur at any time, given the nature of tropical climates.

Compared to March, April is noticeably wetter and leads into May, which continues the trend of heavy rainfall, though to a slightly lesser degree. Travellers during this month should be prepared for the likelihood of daily rain, packing appropriately and planning their activities with the weather in mind. Despite the increased precipitation, the predictability of the rainfall pattern can still allow for a fulfilling travel experience.

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• Kigali - April »
  The commencement of April in Kigali notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.2°C (79.2°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. On the first day of April in Kigali, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:06.
• Butare - April »
  April weather in Butare witnesses another increase in rainfall to around 129mm (5.08"), albeit over fewer days compared to March, totaling 26.1 days. In Butare, during April, the rain falls for 26.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 129mm (5.08") of precipitation.
• Gitarama - April »
  April weather in Gitarama, Rwanda tends to have the highest rainfall in the year, reaching up to 178mm (7.01") and 29.2 days receiving rain. In Gitarama, Rwanda, in April, during 29.2 rainfall days, 178mm (7.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Cyangugu - April »
  In Cyangugu, in April, during 28.9 rainfall days, 146mm (5.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated. April ushers in an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 23.3°C (73.9°F) in Cyangugu, aligning closely with the preceding month.
• Rwamagana - April »
  In Rwamagana, in April, during 29.2 rainfall days, 178mm (7.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rwamagana, during April, the rain falls for 29.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 178mm (7.01") of precipitation.
• Nyagatare - April »
  On the first day of April in Nyagatare sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:05. In Nyagatare, in April, during 29.8 rainfall days, 259mm (10.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Gatsibo - April »
  On the last day of April, in Gatsibo, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:57 CAT. In Gatsibo, in April, during 29.2 rainfall days, 178mm (7.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Nyamagabe - April »
  In Nyamagabe, during April, the rain falls for 26.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 129mm (5.08") of precipitation. In Nyamagabe, during April, the rain falls for 26.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 129mm (5.08") of precipitation.
• Rutsiro - April »
  In Rutsiro, Rwanda, in April, it is raining for 27.3 days, with typically 166mm (6.54") of accumulated precipitation. On the first day of April in Rutsiro, Rwanda, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:08.