Because of the altitude, Rwanda generally enjoys a pleasant climate with maximum temperatures of 30 degrees. Of course the higher up the mountains you go the cooler it gets – particularly at night when you’ll need several layers to stay warm.
Rwanda has four seasons – two dry seasons are broken up by a ‘long’ rain from March to May and a ‘short’ rain from October to December. The northeast of the country sees the most rain where high volcanoes are snow-capped and the lower slopes are covered in rainforest. You can visit the country to track gorillas at any time of year, but bear in mind it’s a much harder slog through the rainforest if you visit during the rainy season. On the plus side, during the rainy season, the country is at its most lush and verdant, versus a barren, brown hilly landscape during the dry season.
July and August are peak tourist seasons, so you’ll either need to book your gorilla permits well in advance, or consider visiting the country at a different time.
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