July weather forecast
Kigali, Rwanda

July witnesses the driest period in Kigali, setting it apart from the rest of the year. A drastic reduction in rainfall marks this month, turning the city into the epitome of a dry, tropical climate. The rolling hills of Kigali bask in the dry, warm weather, the city glows with the bright sunshine, and the overall temperatures remain comfortably warm. In short, July’s weather makes Kigali a summer haven for those looking to escape the rain.

Temperature

The advent of July in Kigali denotes an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.1°C (80.8°F), subtly different from June's 26.4°C (79.5°F). In stark contrast to the day's heat, the temperature dips to an average of 15°C (59°F) during July nights.

Rainfall

July is the month with the least rainfall in Kigali. Rain falls for 1 days and accumulates 11mm (0.43") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:06 CAT.

Sunshine

June and July, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 11, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 11 in July translates into these instructions:
Carry out all important precautions, unprotected skin could get burns in no time. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Avoid staying out in the Sun for too long, particularly if you're burn-prone. Always protect your skin with a 30 SPF sunscreen.