Gatumba weather
At 9:30 PM local time it was cloudy and 24°C (75°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 12 PM (2.4 mm total). Best months for weather: Jun–Aug. Gatumba sits 777 m (2,549 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Gatumba, Bujumbura Rural, Burundi.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 97%
- Chance of rain
- 46%
- Rain
- 0.1 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 12 PM (2.4 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jun–AugOff season Mar–Apr, Nov–Dec
About Gatumba weather
Is it raining in Gatumba right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 24° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 12 PM (2.4 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Gatumba this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 27–30° and lows of 21–21°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Saturday.
Has it been raining in Gatumba lately?
In the past 7 days, Gatumba had 4 rainy days and 37.0 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Gatumba?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Gatumba weather by month
When is the best time to visit Gatumba?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Gatumba is Jun–Aug, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Mar–Apr, Nov–Dec tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 24°C (76°F) in June to 27°C (81°F) in September.
What is the rainiest month in Gatumba?
November is the wettest month, with about 341 mm (13.4 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 15 mm (0.6 in).
What is the hottest month in Gatumba?
September is the warmest, with average highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 17°C (63°F). June is the coolest, with highs of 24°C (76°F) and lows of 15°C (60°F).
Does Gatumba have a rainy season?
Yes. Oct–Apr is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jun–Aug is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months