Bujumbura, Burundi Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Bujumbura
Weather in Bujumbura is shaped by its tropical wet-and-dry climate - expect year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season. September afternoons typically reach 84°F (29°C), while June highs hover near 80°F (27°C). Annual precipitation averages 32.4 inches (824 mm) over about 112 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: September - highs near 84°F (29°C)
- Coldest month: June - highs near 80°F (27°C)
- Record high: 90°F (32°C) · Record low: 61°F (16°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: April (17 rainy days) · Sunniest: June (11.4 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical wet-and-dry - year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on September. Highs average 84°F (29°C) and overnight lows stay near 70°F (21°C). The coolest month is June, with typical highs of 80°F (27°C) and lows around 68°F (20°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 90°F (32°C) and dropped as low as 61°F (16°C).
Rain, sun and snow
April is usually the wettest month. It brings about 7.1 inches (181 mm) of rain over 17 days, while July is the driest. June brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.4 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81° | 69° | 16 | 4.8 in | 10.1 h/day | 76% |
| February | 82° | 70° | 10 | 2.9 in | 10.0 h/day | 75% |
| March | 82° | 70° | 13 | 3.7 in | 10.1 h/day | 75% |
| April | 79° | 69° | 17 | 7.1 in | 10.0 h/day | 79% |
| May | 80° | 69° | 11 | 2.9 in | 11.0 h/day | 76% |
| June | 80° | 68° | 1 | 0.3 in | 11.4 h/day | 70% |
| July | 80° | 67° | 1 | 0.1 in | 11.2 h/day | 65% |
| August | 82° | 69° | 1 | 0.2 in | 11.3 h/day | 61% |
| September | 84° | 70° | 4 | 0.7 in | 11.1 h/day | 61% |
| October | 83° | 70° | 9 | 2.0 in | 10.4 h/day | 66% |
| November | 81° | 69° | 13 | 2.9 in | 9.9 h/day | 72% |
| December | 81° | 69° | 15 | 4.9 in | 10.0 h/day | 76% |
Bujumbura month by month
Bujumbura weather in January
January brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 69°F (20°C), about 16 wet days.
Bujumbura weather in February
February brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), about 10 wet days.
Bujumbura weather in March
March brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), about 13 wet days.
Bujumbura weather in April
April brings highs around 79°F (26°C), lows near 69°F (21°C), about 17 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Bujumbura.
Bujumbura weather in May
May brings highs around 80°F (26°C), lows near 69°F (20°C), about 11 wet days.
Bujumbura weather in June
June brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 68°F (20°C), about 1 wet days - typically the coldest month and the sunniest month of the year in Bujumbura.
Bujumbura weather in July
July brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 67°F (20°C), about 1 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Bujumbura.
Bujumbura weather in August
August brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 69°F (20°C), about 1 wet days.
Bujumbura weather in September
September brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), about 4 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Bujumbura.
Bujumbura weather in October
October brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), about 9 wet days.
Bujumbura weather in November
November brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 69°F (21°C), about 13 wet days.
Bujumbura weather in December
December brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 69°F (20°C), about 15 wet days.
Seasons in Bujumbura
September through November
September through November in Bujumbura brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 83°F (28°C) and nights around 70°F (21°C); expect showers on roughly 26 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
December through February
December through February in Bujumbura is hot, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 69°F (21°C); expect showers on roughly 41 days across the season.
March through May
March through May in Bujumbura brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 80°F (27°C) and nights around 69°F (21°C); expect showers on roughly 41 days across the season.
June through August
June through August in Bujumbura is hot, with daytime highs averaging 81°F (27°C) and nights around 68°F (20°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Bujumbura
The best time to visit Bujumbura is generally June to September, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 82°F (28°C).
Pack for Bujumbura with a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - September nights average 70°F (21°C).
Bujumbura temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.