Best time to visit Bujumbura
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See Bujumbura on the globeBujumbura month by month
| Month | Rating | Avg high | Rain | Crowds | Flights | What’s on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Mixed | 29°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| February | Mixed | 29°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| March | Mixed | 29°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| April | Mixed | 29°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| May | Good | 29°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| June | Good | 30°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| July | Great | 30°C | Mostly dry | Quiet | Cheapest | Independence Day |
| August | Great | 31°C | Mostly dry | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| September | Good | 31°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| October | Good | 30°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| November | Mixed | 29°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| December | Mixed | 29°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
Festivals, events and seasons in Bujumbura
- July🎉 Independence DayRoyal drummers on 1 July.
Good to know
- The heaviest rain falls in November–April.
Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Bujumbura?
The best time to visit Bujumbura is July. Check current travel advice before booking.
What is the cheapest time to fly to Bujumbura?
Fares to Bujumbura stay fairly steady through the year; booking early matters more than the month.
When is Bujumbura busiest?
Bujumbura rarely gets overwhelmed by crowds.
What is the weather like in Bujumbura?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 31°C, and January the coolest at 29°C. The wettest period is October–June.
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