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Busogo, Rwanda
Northern Province · Rwanda
Busogo is a small city in Northern Province, Rwanda with a population of 28,264. Elevation: 7,287 ft (2,221 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Busogo
Busogo is a town and sector of Musanze district, Northern Province, Rwanda.
People
Climate
| Population | 28,264 |
| Population Density | 2,098 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,287 ft (2,221 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.5584°, 29.5434° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali |
| Country | 🇷🇼 Rwanda |
| State / Province | Northern Province |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.7 inches (1,415 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Busogo
Busogo is a small city in Rwanda (Northern Province) with a population of 28,264. The city sits at an elevation of 7,287 feet (2,221 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kigali.
Climate in Busogo
Busogo has an average annual temperature of 17.5°C (64°F). The hottest month is Mar (18°C), the coldest is Jul (16.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1929 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below Rwanda avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 354 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,287 ft (2,221 m) |
| Area | 13.5 sq mi (34.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,098/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.5584°N, 29.5434°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 | - | - | 42 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Karisimbi (12 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 12 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 13 km |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 25 km |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 33 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 42 km |
| Bunyaruguru | Maar(s) | 1,554 m (5,098 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
| Katwe-Kikorongo | Tuff cone(s) | 1,067 m (3,501 ft) | Unknown | 170 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 5.7 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 5.9 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 62°F (16°C) | 6.2 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 4.7 in |
Busogo has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 49°F in January to 63°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 54.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.8") and July the driest (1.0").
Schools in Busogo
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nyabirehe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Busogo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund | ||||
| Karisoke Exhibition | ||||
| Ross Carr Museum And Gardens |
Farmers Markets in Busogo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gicuzi Market | |||||
| Guriro Market | |||||
| Iryaruhuri Market | |||||
| Jenda Centre | |||||
| Kabaya Market | |||||
| Kanombe Market | |||||
| Kora Market | |||||
| Mahoko Market | |||||
| Mgahinga Irish potato multiplication farm | |||||
| Mukamira Market | |||||
| Musanze Agricultural products markets | |||||
| Nyakagezi trading centre | |||||
| Robert amazing Grace saloon |
Restaurants in Busogo
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Busogo
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Busogo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Busogo
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Goma International Airport | GOM | Large Airport |
| Kigali International Airport | KGL | Large Airport |
| Gisenyi Airport | GYI | Medium Airport |
| Gako Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kabale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Katale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kayonza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kisoro Airport | KXO | Small Airport |
| Ruhengeri Airport | RHG | Small Airport |
| Rutshuru Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Busogo
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Rwankeli |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Busogo
What is the population of Busogo?
Busogo has a population of 28,264 residents and is located in Rwanda. The population density is 2,098 people per square mile, spread across 13.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Busogo?
Busogo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.7 inches.