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Lake Cohoha

Lake

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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Lake Cohoha essentials

Country: Burundi
Driest months: Jun-Aug
Pay in: Franc (Fr)
Language: English, French, Kirundi

Lake Cohoha at a Glance

About Lake Cohoha

Lake Cohoha

When to Go

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.

Air Quality: AQI 81 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
9°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Very Good 16° - 26° 21° 91 mm overcast 74% 2.0 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.1h
February Very Good 16° - 26° 21° 97 mm overcast 73% 2.0 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.1h
March Good 16° - 26° 21° 124 mm overcast 77% 2.0 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.0h
April Good 16° - 26° 21° 165 mm overcast 82% 2.0 m/s 2.1 extreme 11.9h
May Very Good 16° - 26° 21° 109 mm overcast 80% 2.1 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.9h
June Excellent 15° - 26° 21° 17 mm partly cloudy 71% 2.1 m/s 1.9 very high 11.9h
July Excellent 15° - 27° 21° 4 mm partly cloudy 63% 2.4 m/s 2.0 very high 11.9h
August Excellent 16° - 28° 22° 20 mm partly cloudy 61% 2.2 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.9h
September Very Good 16° - 28° 22° 56 mm overcast 64% 2.2 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.0h
October Very Good 16° - 27° 21° 96 mm overcast 72% 1.9 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.1h
November Good 16° - 26° 21° 128 mm overcast 79% 2.0 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.1h
December Very Good 16° - 26° 21° 97 mm overcast 77% 1.9 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.1h
Getting There & Around

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.