Kigali Weather in March
Rwanda · March climate averages and travel tips
Avg high26°C (79°F)
Avg low16°C (60°F)
Rainfall152 mm (6.0 in)
RatingPoor 4.2/10
Kigali in March sees daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), dropping to about 16°C (60°F) at night. The month is wet, with about 152 mm (6.0 in) of rain spread over 24 days, making it the third wettest month of the year. Humidity averages 78%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 12 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is March a good time to visit Kigali?
March is not the best time to visit Kigali (4.2/10) mainly because of the rain. The weather is much better in July and August.
March weather at a glance
| Average high | 26°C (79°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 16°C (60°F) |
| Daily mean | 21°C (69°F) |
| Rainfall | 152 mm (6.0 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 24 |
| Humidity | 78% |
| Cloud cover | 82% |
| Daylight | 12 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 2.4 hours/day |
| Wind | 4 km/h |
| vs February | 1°C cooler than February, with 28 mm more rain. |
What to pack for Kigali in March
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Kigali weather in other months
Jan27°C / 16°C104 mmFairFeb27°C / 16°C124 mmFairMar26°C / 16°C152 mmPoorApr25°C / 16°C185 mmPoorMay25°C / 16°C134 mmPoorJun25°C / 14°C49 mmExcellentJul26°C / 14°C21 mmExcellentAug27°C / 15°C56 mmExcellentSep27°C / 16°C92 mmGoodOct27°C / 16°C127 mmFairNov25°C / 16°C173 mmPoorDec26°C / 16°C119 mmPoor
← FebruaryBest time to visit KigaliApril →
Better weather in March nearby
- Cape Town21°C · 22 mm · Excellent
- Marrakesh23°C · 40 mm · Excellent
- Agadir25°C · 34 mm · Excellent
- Hurghada25°C · 2 mm · Excellent
- Sharm el-Sheikh27°C · 4 mm · Excellent
- Cairo26°C · 14 mm · Excellent
Nearby in March
- Gitega25°C · 191 mm
- Mwanza28°C · 149 mm
- Kampala28°C · 149 mm
- Kakamega29°C · 137 mm
- Kisangani30°C · 130 mm
- Arusha28°C · 113 mm
Where else is good in March? See where to go in March.