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Backpacking Potential

92/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

July, August, June

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Avoid

March, April, October, November

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Weather

19°C – 20°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Kigali?

The best time to visit Kigali for backpacking is July, August, June, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.

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Backpacking conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Kigali

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
65Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
19°85
February
69Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
20°73
March
61Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
20°114
April
59Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
20°120
May
61Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
20°95
June
84Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°27
July
92Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°10
August
86Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
20°35
September
76Good
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
20°93
October
67Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
20°112
November
50Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
20°125
December
61Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
19°98

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Kigali

When is the best time to visit Kigali for backpacking?

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The best time to visit Kigali for backpacking is typically in July, August, June, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Kigali?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Kigali, making it a year-round destination for backpacking.

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