UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Gitega, Burundi 
will be up to 12.7, indicating a extreme level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-05-10
UV index at 12.7 in Gitega means extreme risk: limit outdoor time especially from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., actively seek shade, wear protective clothing, broad-brimmed hat, apply SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, and wear UV-blocking sunglasses. Watch for bright surfaces like water and snow increasing UV exposure.
Gitega's UV index is generally moderate to high, especially during the dry season from May to October. In the wetter months, UV levels can be slightly lower due to cloud cover but are still significant.
Gitega experiences two main seasons: a rainy season from November to April and a dry season from May to October. Temperatures are mild year-round, ranging from about 15°C to 28°C, with cooler nights in the dry season.
Compared to other parts of Burundi and neighboring Rwanda, Gitega has a cooler climate because it’s located in a higher altitude area. It is less hot than the lowlands of Tanzania but shares similar rainy and dry seasonal patterns.
See the UV index hour by hour for Gitega, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.