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Outdoor activities Potential

79/100

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Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

July, June, August

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Avoid

Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

16°C – 17°C

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Precipitation

Generally dry

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The best time to visit Volcanoes National Park for hiking is July, June, August, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.

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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Volcanoes National Park

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
62Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
17°102
February
64Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
17°89
March
45Poor
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
17°136
April
45Poor
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
17°140
May
61Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
17°112
June
77Good
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
16°46
July
79Good
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
16°38
August
72Good
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°72
September
63Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°115
October
45Poor
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
17°149
November
45Poor
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
17°145
December
45Poor
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
16°121

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

Quick summary: visiting Volcanoes National Park

When is the best time to visit Volcanoes National Park for outdoor activities?

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The best time to visit Volcanoes National Park for outdoor activities is typically in July, June, August, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Volcanoes National Park?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Volcanoes National Park, making it a year-round destination for outdoor activities.

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