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.
Lake Cohoha
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.
Weather & Climate near Lake Cohoha #
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.
January
January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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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.
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May
May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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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.
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.