Lake Cohoha

Lake Transboundary lake on Burundi–Tanzania border

Lake Cohoha sits in Burundi and serves local communities; visitors encounter lakeside fishing activity and rural village life rather than developed tourist infrastructure.

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Lakes of Burundi (cropped Lake Cohoha south on the border to Rwanda).jpg

Lake Cohoha

Lake Cohoha
-2.4294, 30.1022

How to Get to Lake Cohoha #

Approach via regional roads from nearby provincial centers in Burundi; small boats supply transport to villages around the lake. Road and water access vary seasonally and local guidance is recommended.

Tips for Visiting Lake Cohoha #

  • Local access may require coordination with municipal authorities; many roads are seasonal and small boats are useful for certain inlets.
  • Check cross-border fishing regulations if planning to work near the Tanzania border.

Best Time to Visit Lake Cohoha #

A freshwater lake in southern Burundi near the Tanzania border; used locally for fishing and transport.

Warm rainy season
November-April · 22-28°C
Higher water levels and greener surroundings; access roads can become muddy.
Cool dry season
May-October · 15-25°C
Easier travel and clearer skies for boating and fishing.

Weather & Climate near Lake Cohoha #

Climate

Lake Cohoha's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 15°C to 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1004 mm/year), wettest in April with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

69 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

124 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (165 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

165 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 26°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 4 mm and partly cloudy skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 27°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 28°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

September

September is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 28°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 27°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

128 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

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