October weather forecast
Rwanda

October in Rwanda signifies the continuation of the short rainy season. As has been the case throughout the year, Kigali's climate is a reliable indicator of the country's overall weather, due to its central location and typical altitude. The month sees an increase in rainfall compared to September, although temperatures remain consistently warm.

Average temperatures in October are similar to those in September, generally ranging from 19°C (66.2°F) to 27°C (80.6°F). The consistently warm conditions and increased rainfall contribute to the lush and verdant landscapes that characterize Rwanda at this time of year.

Rainfall in October sees a substantial increase from the previous month, with an average monthly precipitation of 110mm (4.33"). This increase solidifies the presence of the short rainy season. Rain typically falls in the form of heavy afternoon and evening showers, though mornings are often clear and dry.

Compared to the previous month of September, October is noticeably wetter and leads into November, which continues the trend of heavy rainfall, albeit slightly less intense. Visitors during this month should be prepared for regular rainfall, especially in the afternoons and evenings. Despite the rain, the predictability of the weather pattern allows for enjoyable travel experiences, provided visitors are adequately prepared.

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• Kigali - October »
  The months with the least sunshine in Kigali are January, March through May, October through December, with an average of 5h of sunshine. In Kigali in October, during 17 rainfall days, 106mm (4.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Butare - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Butare is October, when the rain falls for 27 days and typically aggregates up to 158mm (6.22") of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Butare is October, when the rain falls for 27 days and typically aggregates up to 158mm (6.22") of precipitation.
• Gitarama - October »
  October's weather in Gitarama, Rwanda witnesses a return of the rainy season marked by 186mm (7.32") of rain spread over 28.7 days. February through June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Gitarama, Rwanda.
• Cyangugu - October »
  In Cyangugu, in October, during 27.5 rainfall days, 149mm (5.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cyangugu, in October, during 27.5 rainfall days, 149mm (5.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Rwamagana - October »
  On the first day of October in Rwamagana sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:51. In Rwamagana, Rwanda, in October, it is raining for 28.7 days, with typically 186mm (7.32") of accumulated precipitation.
• Nyagatare - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Nyagatare, Rwanda, is October, when the rain falls for 30.5 days and typically aggregates up to 293mm (11.54") of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Nyagatare is October, when the rain falls for 30.5 days and typically aggregates up to 293mm (11.54") of precipitation.
• Gatsibo - October »
  February through June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Gatsibo. On the last day of October, in Gatsibo, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:47 CAT.
• Nyamagabe - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Nyamagabe is October, when the rain falls for 27 days and typically aggregates up to 158mm (6.22") of precipitation. In Nyamagabe in October, during 27 rainfall days, 158mm (6.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Rutsiro - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Rutsiro is October, when the rain falls for 27.7 days and typically aggregates up to 174mm (6.85") of precipitation. In Rutsiro, Rwanda, in October, it is raining for 27.7 days, with typically 174mm (6.85") of accumulated precipitation.