August Weather in Gisenyi

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Gisenyi, Rwanda, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 19°C (66°F). Highs can soar to 22°C (71°F), while lows may dip to 16°C (61°F). Typically, the humidity level in Gisenyi throughout August hovers around 79%.

16°C (61°F)

Minimum temperature

19°C (66°F)

Average temperature

22°C (71°F)

Maximum temperature

79%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Gisenyi averages 108 mm (4.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 16 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 2 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 11 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 39% probability of sunny days during this period.

108 mm (4.2 inches)

Precipitation

16 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 11 minutes

Sunshine hours

39%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Gisenyi reaches a maximum of 13, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 3 6 9 12 13 12 9 5 3 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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