When to Tour around Kigali City

When Should I Go to Rwanda for a City Tour?

The most frequent query from tourists on a Rwanda safari usually has to do with when is the best time to go. Located in the middle of Rwanda, Kigali is the most clean and dynamic capital city in Africa. Given its altitude, it enjoys a temperate environment with just the right amount of rainfall.

Keep in mind that Kigali’s temperatures vary with the seasons. However, during the day, the temperature often swings between 25 and 27 degrees Celsius; in the evening, it varies between 14 and 16 degrees Celsius.

Despite being hot in the summer and chilly in the winter, the year-round temperatures and humidity levels are relatively good. Although there are occasional sprinkles of rain, the region is typically cool from April to June. Since June through September is considered to be the dry season and the weather is often warmer and drier during this time, most tourists choose to visit Kigali during this time.

Kigali has two rainy seasons, with both lengthy and brief rains, much like any other capital city in East Africa. There is some rainfall throughout the lengthy March–May rainy season, which also occurs in January and February.

Kigali has a brief wet season from October to November, with intermittent precipitation in December. Because Kigali might have sunny days at times, it should be noted that rain doesn’t fall on a daily basis during the rainy season.

Unlike the flat lower elevation zones, Kigali’s hilly areas and rural areas have a varied color climate. Nonetheless, global warming has had a significant impact on the climate, and Africa has continued to see erratic weather patterns.

The capital city of Rwanda, Kigali, is a thriving, energetic center and the ideal place for visitors to begin their journey through the country. Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events (MICE) are perfectly suited for Kigali, and during the dry season, most visitors are either business travelers or leisure travelers.

For those who enjoy primates, the dry season in northwest Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park is ideal for gorilla safaris. The two amazing dry seasons take place throughout the dry season, which runs from June to September and December to February.

Due to the minimal quantity of rainfall during these months, the area typically stays dry. The month with the least amount of humidity is July, which is roughly 8.1%, while February has 65.1% humidity. March and August are the next windiest months, with July being the calmest month in Kigali. The wind speed in July is estimated to be 4.2 knots, which is considered a mild breeze.

In conclusion, given its variety of attractions, Kigali is a tourist destination as well as a commercial hub. Consider the ideal time to visit Kigali before you go if you want to be rewarded with once-in-a-lifetime experiences. The dry season is the best time for tourists to undertake safaris in this breathtaking city, but you can still have a great time on a tour during the wet season, depending on your travel preferences.