Gisenyi weather in January (Rwanda)
How is the weather in Gisenyi in January? This guide provides all the details you need.
In January, Gisenyi typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 22°C, while nights can cool down to about 16°C.
Gisenyi in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 236 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 16 days of rain.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July typically offers the best circumstances. While February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Gisenyi climate page with graphs.
Gisenyi, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
16°C
Max Temperature
22°C
Chance of Rain
54%
Precipitation
236 mm
Rainy days
16 days
Where to go in Rwanda in January
Find out more about the weather in Rwanda in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Gisenyi, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.
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