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The weather in December in Rwanda
It's warm in December in Rwanda with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 17°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Rwanda. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2015, Rwanda reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 19°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 127 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in December for Rwanda
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Rwanda. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Rwanda | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 26°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 16°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 127 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 15 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Rwanda with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 17°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps rise to around 27°C, with nights around 17°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Rwanda is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Rwanda. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Rwanda
Temperature in December in Rwanda over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Rwanda. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Rwanda
Total precipitation in December in Rwanda over the years
Daily UV index in December in Rwanda
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Rwanda, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Rwanda by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Rwanda. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.