December weather forecast
Rwanda

December in Rwanda heralds the onset of the short dry season. The climatic patterns in Kigali, with its central location and typical altitude, continue to serve as an accurate reflection of the overall weather in the country. The month sees a reduction in rainfall from November, while temperatures remain comfortably warm.

Average temperatures in December range from 18°C (64.4°F) to 26°C (78.8°F), consistent with those experienced in November. Despite the reduction in rainfall, the warm conditions ensure the continued vibrancy of Rwanda's diverse landscapes.

Rainfall in December sees a substantial decrease from the previous month, with the average precipitation around 50mm (1.97"). This significant reduction marks the transition from the short rainy season to the short dry season. When rain occurs, it is usually brief and tends to fall in the late afternoon or evening, causing minimal disruption to daily activities.

Compared to November, December is markedly drier and offers a clear shift towards favourable conditions for outdoor activities and travel. In comparison to the following month of January, December maintains a similar level of dryness, although January can sometimes be slightly drier. Consequently, December is considered a good time for visitors to enjoy Rwanda's natural beauty with minimal disruptions due to weather.

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• Kigali - December »
  January, March through May, October through December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Kigali. The month with the longest days in Kigali is December, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.
• Butare - December »
  In Butare in December, during 28.9 rainfall days, 144mm (5.67") of precipitation is typically accumulated. With an average of 12h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Butare, Rwanda.
• Gitarama - December »
  December concludes the year in Gitarama, Rwanda with a predictable weather pattern of high rainfall to the tune of 129mm (5.08") occurring over 28.4 days. With an average of 10.3h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year in Gitarama, Rwanda.
• Cyangugu - December »
  In Cyangugu, during December, the rain falls for 30.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 167mm (6.57") of precipitation. The commencement of December in Cyangugu notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 23.1°C (73.6°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month.
• Rwamagana - December »
  In Rwamagana, during December, the rain falls for 28.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 129mm (5.08") of precipitation. The month with the longest days in Rwamagana is December, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.
• Nyagatare - December »
  In Nyagatare, during December, the rain falls for 29.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 182mm (7.17") of precipitation. The month with the longest days in Nyagatare is December, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.
• Gatsibo - December »
  December has the longest days of the year in Gatsibo, Rwanda, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight. February through June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Gatsibo, Rwanda.
• Nyamagabe - December »
  The month with the longest days in Nyamagabe, Rwanda, is December, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight. In Nyamagabe, Rwanda, in December, during 28.9 rainfall days, 144mm (5.67") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Rutsiro - December »
  In Rutsiro, Rwanda, in December, during 26.5 rainfall days, 120mm (4.72") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rutsiro, Rwanda, during December, the rain falls for 26.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 120mm (4.72") of precipitation.