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Bugarama, Rwanda
Western Province · Rwanda
Bugarama is a mid-size city in Western Province, Rwanda with a population of 31,086. Elevation: 3,199 ft (975 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bugarama
Bugarama is a town in western Rwanda.
People
Climate
| Population | 31,086 |
| Population Density | 2,511 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,199 ft (975 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.6924°, 29.0077° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali |
| Country | 🇷🇼 Rwanda |
| State / Province | Western Province |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 87.8 inches (2,229 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bugarama
Bugarama is a mid-size city in Rwanda (Western Province) with a population of 31,086. The city sits at an elevation of 3,199 feet (975 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kigali.
Climate in Bugarama
Bugarama has an average annual temperature of 18.4°C (65°F). The hottest month is Sep (19°C), the coldest is Jul (17.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1793 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above Rwanda avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 355 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,199 ft (975 m) |
| Area | 12.4 sq mi (32.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,511/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.6924°N, 29.0077°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1938 | NYAMURAGIRA | Astronomical | - | - | 144 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nyiragongo (133 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 133 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 141 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 144 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 147 km |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 164 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 4.9 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 5.2 in |
Bugarama has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 60°F in January to 73°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 44.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.3") and July the driest (0.3").
Schools in Bugarama
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.S. Nyabihanga | - | - | - | - |
| E.P. Nyagahanga | - | - | - | - |
| E.P. Mugari A | - | - | - | - |
| E.P. Nyenji | - | - | - | - |
| E.P. Ruhoko | - | - | - | - |
| G.S. Esprit Mushaka | - | - | - | - |
| G.S. Butambamo | - | - | - | - |
| E.P. Giti | - | - | - | - |
| G.S. Nzahaha | - | - | - | - |
| E.S. Gishoma | - | - | - | - |
| G.S. Gikundamvura | - | - | - | - |
| E.P. Nyabunyegeri | - | - | - | - |
| G.S. Kibangira | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Islamique de Bugarama | - | - | - | - |
| Bugarama Cité, Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| G.S. St. Paul Muko | - | - | - | - |
| École Primaire Mihabura | - | - | - | - |
| E.P, Mubera | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bugarama
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Okapi (CD) | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio Svein (CD) | radio comunitaria | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in Bugarama
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Librairie SIM | 0.0 | |||||
| Librairie SIM | 0.0 | |||||
| Library of ISDR Bukavu | 0.0 | |||||
| Library of ISDR Bukavu | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bugarama
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bugarama Market | |||||
| Bugarama Site | |||||
| Gaturika | |||||
| Gaturika | |||||
| Gishoma Modern Market | |||||
| Ingurube Market | |||||
| Kadashya | |||||
| Kadashya | |||||
| Karusharirizi | |||||
| Karusharirizi | |||||
| Kubadive | |||||
| Kubadive | |||||
| Kucyapa | |||||
| Limanga | |||||
| Limanga | |||||
| Marché Central de Bagira | |||||
| Marché Central de Bagira | |||||
| Marché Central de Kadutu | |||||
| Marché Central de Kadutu | |||||
| Marché de Chamwaki | |||||
| Marché de Chamwaki | |||||
| Marché de Kamagene | |||||
| Marché de Kamagene | |||||
| Marché de Mulwa | |||||
| Marché de Mulwa | |||||
| Marché de Mwanzi | |||||
| Marché de Mwanzi | |||||
| Marche Kibonge | |||||
| Marche Kibonge | |||||
| Marché Nguba | |||||
| Marché Nguba | |||||
| Marché Nyawera | |||||
| Marché Nyawera | |||||
| Marché Tubimbi | |||||
| Marché Tubimbi | |||||
| Nkafu Brasserie | |||||
| Petit Marché de Nyamiera | |||||
| Petit Marché de Nyamiera | |||||
| Petit Marché Nyarwizimya | |||||
| Petit Marché Nyarwizimya | |||||
| Rubyiro Site | |||||
| Rusizi Market |
Hotels in Bugarama
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bugarama
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bugarama
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| De la Concorde kadutu |
Airports Near Bugarama
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bujumbura Melchior Ndadaye International Airport | BJM | Large Airport |
| Bukavu Kavumu Airport | BKY | Medium Airport |
| Kamembe Airport | KME | Medium Airport |
| Bulongo Kigogo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Butare Airport | BTQ | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Bugarama
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| centre psychiatrique SOSAME |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bugarama
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mushaka | |
| Saint Paul Muko Church |
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What is the population of Bugarama?
Bugarama has a population of 31,086 residents and is located in Rwanda. The population density is 2,511 people per square mile, spread across 12.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bugarama?
Bugarama enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.8 inches.