The climate of Buhiga
Buhiga, located in
Burundi, falls under the Köppen climate zone Aw, a tropical wet and dry or savannah classification. The geographical positioning influences the weather patterns leading to a significant variation of climatic factors throughout the year.
The weather in Buhiga experiences minimal variation in temperatures with monthly highs ranging from 21.3°C (70.3°F) to 24.8°C (76.6°F) and lows from 13°C (55.4°F) to 15.7°C (60.3°F) over the year. A consistent level of humidity in the region, ranging between 54% and 87% throughout the year, contributes to the tropical feel of the climate. Winds in Buhiga show a subtle escalation, blowing at an average of 5.5km/h (3.4mph) to 9.9km/h (6.2mph) from the start to the end of the year.
Rainfall, prominent in the weather cycle, shows interesting fluctuations. There are months where the downpour is immense, exceeding 200mm (7.87") and days without precipitation, making the region a diverse mix of wet and dry phases. Sunlight hours barely fluctuate, maintaining close to an almost constant 12-hour baseline. Interestingly, Buhigagetsignificantly more sunshine hours, from 7.6 hours to10 hours, than daylight hours highlighting the regions clear skies. This phenomenon amplifies during summer with the emergence of 22.1 sunlit days making summer noticeably bright.
The best time to visit Buhiga
For visitors who prefer to bask in sunshine, the best time to visit
Buhiga would be during the summer months of
June,
July and
August. Average high temperatures sit moderately at around 23°C (73.4°F) during this period with a steady drop of humidity levels to 61%. These months are remarkable for their relatively low rainfall, dropping as low as 8mm (0.31") in July. It's also during this period that Buhiga experiences a sharp increase in sunlit days, reaching a peak of 22.1 days in July. Taken together, these facts suggest that summer provides optimal conditions for outdoor activities without the inconvenience of rainfall or high humidity.
The worst time to visit Buhiga
Contrastingly, the rainy season extends from
November to
February. These months record high rainfall, exceeding 200mm (7.87"), paired with reduced hours of sunshine. Visitors might find the frequent rainfall and high humidity, reaching up to 87% in November, unfavorable for outdoor activities.
Spring weather in Buhiga
The months of
September,
October and
November make up the spring season in
Buhiga. These months bear witness to an increase in rainfall from 77mm (3.03") to 261mm (10.28"). Temperatures during this period remain stagnant with highs between 23.9°C (75°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F) and lows between 15.7°C (60.3°F) and 15°C (59°F), making spring relatively warm.
Summer weather in Buhiga
With
December heralding the start of summer, there's a notable decrease in rainfall to 260mm (10.24"). Temperatures in summer vary slightly. Highs range from 22.2°C (72°F) in December to 24.8°C (76.6°F) in
February, while lows span from 14.5°C (58.1°F) in December to 15.7°C (60.3°F) in February. The increase in sunshine and decrease in rainfall makes summer the ideal time to soak up the sun in
Buhiga.
Autumn weather in Buhiga
Buhiga experiences autumn from
March to
May. The autumn season is marked by gradual cooling temperatures, with highs ranging from 22.8°C (73°F) down to 21.3°C (70.3°F) and lows ranging from 14.2°C (57.6°F) down to 13.4°C (56.1°F). Rainfall remains consistent but slightly decreases from 222mm (8.74") in March to 105mm (4.13") in May.
Winter weather in Buhiga
Winter in
Buhiga, from
June to
August, experiences less rainfall, decreasing from 22mm (0.87") in June to 14mm (0.55") in August. Temperatures, though relatively stable, fall to their lowest in
July with highs around 23.3°C (73.9°F) and lows around 13°C (55.4°F). This period is marked by a conspicuous rise in the number of sunshine days, making winter a relatively dry and pleasant season.
Weather in January
The weather in
Buhiga,
Burundi, starts the year with substantial humidity, cloud cover, and rainfall. The odds of experiencing rain stand well above 90%, making the sky predominantly overcast. The evidence is shown by relative humidity peaking at 81% and rainfall amounting to 201mm (7.91").
Weather in January »Weather in February
February's weather in
Buhiga,
Burundi, bears much resemblance to
January, keeping a similar moisture-rich atmosphere. Marked by high rainfall levels, the city retains its cloudy sky for the most part, somewhat obscuring the sun.
Weather in February » Weather in March
March is characterized by a slight, yet noticeable, increase in rainfall and cloud cover. Weather remains fairly stagnant with little change in temperature, wind speed, or sunlight hours. The outstanding difference occurs with rainfall reaching its third highest level of the year at 222mm (8.74").
Weather in March »
Weather in April
April signals a subtle downward trend in temperature in
Buhiga,
Burundi, although rainfall and humidity levels remain relatively high. Low temperatures dip to 14°C (57.2°F), making it the chilliest month so far. Despite the decline, the rainfall and humidity contribute to a damp atmosphere, and cloud coverage increases to 49%.
Weather in April » Weather in May
In
May,
Buhiga,
Burundi, witnesses a watershed moment in its weather cycle as rainfall sharply reduces from 196mm (7.72") to 105mm (4.13"). This dramatic fall in precipitation brings a welcome relief and marks a shift in weather patterns.
Weather in May »Weather in June
June ushers in a drier period in
Buhiga,
Burundi's weather history with a significant reduction in rainfall, cloud cover, and humidity. The substantial drop in humidity to 76% and rainfall to 22mm (0.87") signals the arrival of prevalent dry and clear skies.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
Weather in
July in
Buhiga,
Burundi, amplifies the drier trend, further reducing rainfall to record low of 8mm (0.31"). This low rainfall and diminished humidity trigger a significant overhaul of the atmospheric conditions. Clearer skies become the norm; temperatures, however, continue on the cooler end.
Weather in July »Weather in August
August brings slight changes in
Buhiga,
Burundi's weather patterns, particularly with a slight increase in rainfall and humidity. The dry spell is somewhat cut short as the rainfall doubles from 8mm (0.31") to 14mm (0.55"). Despite this increase, the weather continues to be relatively dry compared to the initial months of the year.
Weather in August » Weather in September
September sees the return of moderate rainfall in
Buhiga,
Burundi, with precipitation levels surging to 77mm (3.03") from 14mm (0.55") in
August. The corresponding upward spike in humidity and cloud coverage results in creating a familiar wet atmosphere.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
October in
Buhiga,
Burundi, reverts to a familiar weather pattern seen in earlier months of the year with amplified rainfall - now peaking at 213mm (8.39"). Predictably, it brings a resurgence of cloud coverage and high humidity, concealing the sun behind a cloudy veil.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November, much like
October in
Buhiga,
Burundi, sticks to the trend of high rainfall, reaching the highest annual rainfall of 261mm (10.28"). The increase in rainfall signals the return of the year’s wet pattern, ushered in with high humidity and significant cloud coverage.
Weather in November » Weather in December
As the year comes to an end,
December in
Buhiga,
Burundi stays true to the preceding months' weather patterns. Rainfall remains high at 260mm (10.24"), hardly differing from
November's deluge. Correspondingly, cloud coverage and humidity persist, completing the year as it began - wet and cloudy.
Weather in December »