Rutshuru weather
At 8:30 PM local time it was cloudy and 20°C (69°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 2 PM, 3 PM (10.2 mm total). Best months for weather: Jun–Jul. Rutshuru sits 1242 m (4,075 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 Rutshuru, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 95%
- Chance of rain
- 18%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 2 PM, 3 PM (10.2 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jun–JulOff season Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov
About Rutshuru weather
Is it raining in Rutshuru right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 20° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 2 PM, 3 PM (10.2 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Rutshuru this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 25–27° and lows of 16–17°. 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 Rutshuru lately?
In the past 7 days, Rutshuru had 7 rainy days and 49.8 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Rutshuru?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Rutshuru weather by month
When is the best time to visit Rutshuru?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Rutshuru is Jun–Jul, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 25°C (76°F) in November to 27°C (81°F) in August.
What is the rainiest month in Rutshuru?
October is the wettest month, with about 172 mm (6.8 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 47 mm (1.9 in).
What is the hottest month in Rutshuru?
August is the warmest, with average highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 16°C (60°F). November is the coolest, with highs of 25°C (76°F) and lows of 16°C (60°F).
Does Rutshuru have a rainy season?
Yes. Oct–Nov is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jul 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