Western Province weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Western Province, Rwanda. Like most weather services, we show Western Province at one spot: Gisenyi, its largest city. At 12:15 AM local time it was drizzle and 19°C (66°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 AM, 2 PM (6.9 mm total). Best months for weather: Jun–Aug.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 97%
- Chance of rain
- 86%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 AM, 2 PM (6.9 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jun–AugOff season Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov
About Gisenyi weather
Is it raining in Gisenyi right now?
Yes. It’s drizzle and 19° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 AM, 2 PM (6.9 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Gisenyi this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 22–24° and lows of 17–18°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Wednesday.
Has it been raining in Gisenyi lately?
In the past 7 days, Gisenyi had 7 rainy days and 24.5 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Gisenyi?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket and a light jacket.
Western Province weather by month
When is the best time to visit Western Province?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Western Province is Jun–Aug, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 21°C (69°F) in June to 22°C (72°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in Western Province?
November is the wettest month, with about 218 mm (8.6 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 45 mm (1.8 in).
What is the hottest month in Western Province?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 22°C (72°F) and lows of 14°C (56°F). June is the coolest, with highs of 21°C (69°F) and lows of 13°C (55°F).
Does Western Province have a rainy season?
Yes. Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec 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 for Gisenyi), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Western Province
Weather can differ a lot within Western Province: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gisenyi | Jun–Aug | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | 21–22°C | 1,694 mm |
| Kibuye | Jun–Aug | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | 22–24°C | 1,587 mm |
| Cyangugu | Jun–Aug | Mar–Apr, Oct–Jan | 22–23°C | 1,705 mm |
| Kirambo | Jun–Aug | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | 23–25°C | 1,508 mm |
| Kagano | Jun–Aug | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | 23–25°C | 1,508 mm |
| Ngororero | Jun–Aug | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | 22–24°C | 1,587 mm |
| Macuba | Jun–Aug | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | 23–25°C | 1,508 mm |
| Karengera | Jun–Aug | Mar–Apr, Oct–Jan | 22–23°C | 1,705 mm |
| Bugarama | Jun–Aug | Mar–Apr, Oct–Jan | 22–23°C | 1,705 mm |
| Gihombo | Jun–Aug | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | 22–24°C | 1,587 mm |
| Karambi | Jun–Aug | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | 23–25°C | 1,508 mm |
| Bushekeri | Jun–Aug | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | 23–25°C | 1,508 mm |