October weather forecast
Burundi

October in Burundi is characterized by the continuation of the long rainy season. During this month, rainfall levels increase further compared to September, with averages between 140mm (5.51") and 170mm (6.69"). This makes October one of the wetter months in Burundi, contributing to the thriving of the country's vegetation.

Temperature averages during October fluctuate between 20°C (68°F) and 23°C (73.4°F). As with previous months, regions of higher altitude, such as the central plateau area and the city of Gitega, can experience slightly cooler conditions due to the heavy rains, with temperatures falling to 17°C (62.6°F).

In contrast, the city of Bujumbura, located near Lake Tanganyika at a lower altitude, maintains warmer conditions, with temperatures ranging between 23°C (73.4°F) and 26°C (78.8°F). Despite its warmer climate, Bujumbura also sees significant rainfall in October, much like the rest of the country.

Compared to September, October sees a rise in rainfall and a continuation of the warm, humid weather. The cloud cover is more consistent due to the heavy rains, reducing the amount of direct sunlight.

As the month progresses, rainfall levels remain high, indicating the peak of the long rainy season. The trend of increasing rainfall and humidity persists, setting the stage for November, which is typically the wettest month of the year in Burundi.

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• Bujumbura - October »
  On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:53 CAT. In Bujumbura, during October, the rain falls for 21.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 98mm (3.86") of precipitation.
• Bururi - October »
  In Bururi in October, during 26.5 rainfall days, 213mm (8.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bururi, in October, during 26.5 rainfall days, 213mm (8.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Makamba - October »
  In Makamba, in October, during 26.5 rainfall days, 213mm (8.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. As September transitions into October, the average high-temperature in Makamba rests at a still warm 23.9°C (75°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month.
• Karuzi - October »
  In Karuzi, Burundi, during October, the rain falls for 27.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 217mm (8.54") of precipitation. In Karuzi, during October, the rain falls for 27.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 217mm (8.54") of precipitation.
• Muramvya - October »
  In Muramvya in October, during 21.8 rainfall days, 98mm (3.86") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of October in Muramvya sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 17:55.
• Gitega - October »
  In Gitega in October, during 26.5 rainfall days, 213mm (8.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of October in Gitega, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:54.
• Ngozi - October »
  In Ngozi during October, the rain falls for 27 days and regularly aggregates up to 158mm (6.22") of precipitation. On the last day of October, in Ngozi sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 17:50 CAT.
• Muyinga - October »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Muyinga are January through June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. The shift into October in Muyinga records an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.1°C (77.2°F), subtly varied from September's 26.6°C (79.9°F).
• Mwaro - October »
  In Mwaro, during October, the rain falls for 26.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 213mm (8.39") of precipitation. A minimal variation is noted in Mwaro's average high-temperature at the onset of October, reaching a still moderately hot 23.9°C (75°F) from September's 24.8°C (76.6°F).
• Bubanza - October »
  In Bubanza during October, the rain falls for 21.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 98mm (3.86") of precipitation. In Bubanza, in October, during 21.8 rainfall days, 98mm (3.86") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Ruyigi - October »
  In Ruyigi in October, it is raining for 26.5 days, with typically 213mm (8.39") of accumulated precipitation. On the first day of October in Ruyigi sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 17:52.
• Kirundo - October »
  Kirundo transitions into October recording an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.1°C (77.2°F), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. In Kirundo, Burundi, in October, during 27.5 rainfall days, 217mm (8.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.