The forecast, released on November 1, covers weather conditions from November 1 to 10.
According to the national weather agency, rainfall during this period normally ranges between 25mm and 106mm, while the expected amount could reach 120mm this year.
Rain is expected between four and six days, depending on the area.
Musanze, Nyabihu and Ngororero districts are forecast to receive the highest rainfall, ranging from 90mm to 120mm.
Heavy rainfall is also expected in large parts of Rubavu, Rutsiro, Gakenke, Rusizi, Nyamasheke and Nyamagabe districts, as well as some areas of Nyaruguru, Karongi, Huye, Muhanga and Burera.
Other parts of the Western Province, alongside some areas in the Southern and Northern provinces, are expected to receive between 60mm and 90mm of rainfall.
Most parts of Kigali City and some areas of Bugesera, Rwamagana, Gatsibo and Nyagatare districts are forecast to receive between 45mm and 60mm.
The remaining parts of the country are expected to record between 30mm and 45mm.
Meteo Rwanda attributed the expected rainfall to the convergence of winds from the Northern Hemisphere towards the region, alongside winds originating from the Indian Ocean.
The agency also forecast wind speeds ranging from four to 12 metres per second across different parts of the country.
Stronger winds, reaching between eight and 12 metres per second, are expected particularly in parts of Karongi, Ngororero, Rutsiro, Rubavu, Nyabihu, Nyamagabe, Muhanga, Ruhango and Kamonyi districts.
In response to the forecast, Meteo Rwanda urged residents to take precautions against possible damage from heavy rain accompanied by strong winds, while following instructions issued by the Ministry in charge of Emergency Management (MINEMA).
Regarding temperatures, daytime conditions are expected to range between 20°C and 30°C, while night-time temperatures will vary between 10°C and 19°C.
The highest daytime temperatures, ranging from 28°C to 30°C, are expected in Bugesera District, most parts of Kigali City, Eastern Province districts, as well as parts of the southern region and Bugarama Valley.
The lowest daytime temperatures, ranging from 20°C to 22°C, are forecast in parts of Musanze and Nyabihu districts.
Meteo Rwanda urged residents to regularly follow weather updates and guidance from emergency management authorities to minimise the risks associated with heavy rainfall and strong winds.
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