Best Time to Visit Bukavu
Best time: Jul, Jun, Aug, Sep.
Aug is warmest (25.7°C high); Nov is rainiest (178 mm).
Bukavu weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 24.3 | 14.4 | 142 | 6.7 |
| Feb | 24.2 | 14.3 | 136 | 6.8 |
| Mar | 24.1 | 14.3 | 166 | 7 |
| Apr | 23.8 | 14.6 | 170 | 6.7 |
| May | 23.8 | 14.9 | 107 | 6.7 |
| Jun | 24.1 | 14.1 | 34 | 7.4 |
| Jul | 24.7 | 13.5 | 15 | 7.7 |
| Aug | 25.7 | 14.1 | 44 | 7.5 |
| Sep | 25.5 | 14.4 | 111 | 7.5 |
| Oct | 24.5 | 14.4 | 151 | 7.1 |
| Nov | 24 | 14.2 | 178 | 6.6 |
| Dec | 24 | 14.3 | 151 | 6.5 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JulJunAugSep
Beaches: JulJunAug
Hiking: JulJunAug
Sightseeing: JulJunAugSep
Bukavu quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Bukavu?
Jul, Jun, Aug, Sep.
What is the rainiest month?
Nov, about 178 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Aug, with average highs of 25.7°C.
Where to stay
See Bukavu hotels · Book Bukavu tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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