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Bubanza, Burundi
Bubanza · Burundi
Bubanza is a mid-size city in Bubanza, Burundi with a population of 30,996. Elevation: 3,540 ft (1,079 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bubanza
Bubanza is a city located in northwestern Burundi. It is the capital city of Bubanza Province. It is also the seat of the Commune of Bubanza.
Notable personalities from this province include Manasse Nzobonimpa, the province's first post-war governor, Gabriel Ntisezerana, former second Vice-president of the Republic and Pascal Nyabenda, former president of the Burundi National Assembly.
People
Climate
| Population | 30,996 |
| Population Density | 14,089 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,540 ft (1,079 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.0804°, 29.3910° |
| Timezone | Africa/Bujumbura |
| Country | 🇧🇮 Burundi |
| State / Province | Bubanza |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.9 inches (1,167 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bubanza
Bubanza is a mid-size city in Burundi (Bubanza) with a population of 30,996. The city sits at an elevation of 3,540 feet (1,079 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bujumbura.
Climate in Bubanza
Bubanza has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 848 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.9°F |
| 31% above Burundi avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 253 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,540 ft (1,079 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 14,089/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.0804°N, 29.3910°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Bujumbura |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nyiragongo (174 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 174 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 175 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 181 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 187 km |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 4.9 in | |
| February | 71°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 71°F (21°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| May | 71°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 71°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 71°F (21°C) | 5.4 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 5.6 in |
Bubanza has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 70°F in June to 72°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 45.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.1") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Bubanza
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ishule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bubanza
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RADIO MARIA BURUNDI | catholic, catholic radio | MP3 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Bubanza
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isoko |
Hotels in Bubanza
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bubanza
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bujumbura Melchior Ndadaye International Airport | BJM | Large Airport |
| Gitega Airport | GID | Medium Airport |
| Kamembe Airport | KME | Medium Airport |
| Bulongo Kigogo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Butare Airport | BTQ | Small Airport |
| Kirundo Airport | KRE | Small Airport |
| Mwumba Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Bubanza?
Bubanza has a population of 30,996 residents and is located in Burundi. The population density is 14,089 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bubanza?
Bubanza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches.