March weather forecast
Rwanda

March in Rwanda signifies the commencement of the long rainy season. As is true for the rest of the country, Kigali, with its central location and representative altitude, experiences the same weather pattern. Despite the increase in precipitation, the country's equatorial position ensures that temperatures remain mild and favourable for travel.

In March, the temperature typically fluctuates between 18°C (64.4°F) and 26°C (78.8°F). While these temperatures are slightly lower than those in February, they remain comfortably warm, providing suitable conditions for various activities. Mornings are usually bright and sunny, while afternoons often see a build-up of clouds, leading to showers.

The rainfall in March significantly increases compared to February, with an average monthly precipitation of 110mm (4.33"). This increase marks the start of the long rainy season, which extends until May. The rain often falls in heavy showers during the late afternoon and evening, leaving mornings relatively clear and suitable for planned activities.

Comparatively, March is wetter than both the preceding month of February and the following month of April. Despite the increase in rainfall, the regularity of the downpours allows for predictable weather patterns, ensuring travellers can plan their activities accordingly. However, potential visitors should be prepared for the likelihood of encountering heavy rain during their stay.

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• Kigali - March »
  January, March through May, October through December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Kigali, Rwanda. On the first day of March sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:16.
• Butare - March »
  In Butare, during March, the rain falls for 27.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 125mm (4.92") of precipitation. On the first day of March in Butare, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:18.
• Gitarama - March »
  In Gitarama, Rwanda, in March, during 27.5 rainfall days, 124mm (4.88") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of March in Gitarama, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:17.
• Cyangugu - March »
  In Cyangugu, Rwanda, in March, during 30.1 rainfall days, 130mm (5.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cyangugu, in March, during 30.1 rainfall days, 130mm (5.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Rwamagana - March »
  On the first day of March in Rwamagana sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:14. In Rwamagana, in March, during 27.5 rainfall days, 124mm (4.88") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Nyagatare - March »
  The months with the highest UV index in Nyagatare are January through March, May through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. The months with the highest UV index in Nyagatare are January through March, May through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
• Gatsibo - March »
  In Gatsibo in March, it is raining for 27.5 days, with typically 124mm (4.88") of accumulated precipitation. In Gatsibo, during March, the rain falls for 27.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 124mm (4.88") of precipitation.
• Nyamagabe - March »
  In Nyamagabe, during March, the rain falls for 27.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 125mm (4.92") of precipitation. On the first day of March in Nyamagabe sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:19.
• Rutsiro - March »
  On the first day of March in Rutsiro sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:19. On the first day of March in Rutsiro, Rwanda, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:19.