Best Time to Visit Gisenyi
Best time: Jul, Jun, Aug, Jan.
Aug is warmest (25.7°C high); Apr is rainiest (169 mm).
Gisenyi weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 25 | 14.4 | 92 | 6.5 |
| Feb | 25.1 | 14.4 | 104 | 6.6 |
| Mar | 24.8 | 14.2 | 134 | 6.7 |
| Apr | 24.6 | 14.5 | 169 | 6.3 |
| May | 24.1 | 14.4 | 128 | 6.1 |
| Jun | 24.5 | 13.4 | 60 | 7 |
| Jul | 25.4 | 13.5 | 33 | 7.3 |
| Aug | 25.7 | 13.6 | 67 | 7.1 |
| Sep | 24.6 | 12.8 | 123 | 7.4 |
| Oct | 24.8 | 13.8 | 144 | 6.7 |
| Nov | 23.7 | 13 | 160 | 6.4 |
| Dec | 24.2 | 13.2 | 112 | 6.4 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JulJunAugJan
Beaches: JulJunAug
Hiking: JulJunAugJan
Sightseeing: JulJunAugJan
Gisenyi 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 Gisenyi?
Jul, Jun, Aug, Jan.
What is the rainiest month?
Apr, about 169 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Aug, with average highs of 25.7°C.
Where to stay
See Gisenyi hotels · Book Gisenyi tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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