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Bugene, Tanzania
Kagera · Tanzania
Bugene is a small city in Kagera, Tanzania with a population of 10,609. Elevation: 5,377 ft (1,639 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 10,609 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,377 ft (1,639 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.5911°, 31.1403° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Kagera |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.5 inches (1,004 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bugene
Bugene is a small city in Tanzania (Kagera) with a population of 10,609. The city sits at an elevation of 5,377 feet (1,639 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Bugene
Bugene has an average annual temperature of 21.3°C (70°F). The hottest month is Sep (22.2°C), the coldest is Jun (20.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1268 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.4°F |
| 25% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,377 ft (1,639 m) |
| Area | 1,952.2 sq mi (5,056.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.5911°N, 31.1403°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Muhavura (164 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 164 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 185 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 188 km |
| Bunyaruguru | Maar(s) | 1,554 m (5,098 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 3.9 in |
Bugene has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 67°F in June to 68°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 39.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.1") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Bugene
36 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kabarage Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rukole Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyakasana Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Karalo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bugene Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kagutu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bujuruga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kyerunga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rumanyika Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lukajange Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Karaizo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rwamugurusi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyabwegila Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ihanda Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kayanga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ndama Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| BUGENE SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Kayanga Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ndama Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chonyonyo primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Mavuno girls secondary school | - | - | - | - |
| Ruicho seco school | - | - | - | - |
| St.Peter Claver | - | - | - | - |
| Bugene primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Bugene secondary school | - | - | - | - |
| Karagwe Sec | - | - | - | - |
| Soko la kakiro | - | - | - | - |
| Kayanga shule ya msingi | - | - | - | - |
| Rushe sec school | - | - | - | - |
| Hosana primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Kazoba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Karaizo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kakiro Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyarugando Shule ya Msingi | - | - | - | - |
| Chonyonyo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyarugando Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bugene
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Bugene
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kakilo market | |||||
| Kayanga market |
Hotels in Bugene
11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bugene
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bugene
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bugene
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bugene
7 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bugene
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bugene
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bugene
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bukoba Airport | BKZ | Small Airport |
| Ibanda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ihanda Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kagera Sugar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Milambi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mutukula Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rubondo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bugene
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Karagwe Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bugene
17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Africa inland church Tanzania | |
| Anglican church kanyabhuleza | |
| APROF | |
| Efatha Church | |
| ELCT Church | |
| JoperAgape church | |
| Kanaani church | |
| Kanisa la sabato | |
| Kanyabuleza Anglican Tanzania | |
| Kayanga Lutheran Church | |
| kayanga Orthodox church | |
| KKKT USHALIKA WA LIKAJANGE | |
| Msikiti wa rushe | |
| New Apostolic church | |
| Nyakasana RC Church | |
| O.T.C | |
| Rushe Rc Church |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bugene
What is the population of Bugene?
Bugene has a population of 10,609 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,952.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bugene?
Bugene enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.5 inches.