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Butare, Rwanda
Southern Province · Rwanda
Butare is a mid-size city in Southern Province, Rwanda with a population of 62,823. Elevation: 5,804 ft (1,769 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Butare
Butare, also known as Huye and formerly known as Astrida, is a city with a population of 62,823 in the Southern Province of Rwanda and the capital of Huye district. It is the seventh largest town in Rwanda by population.
People
Climate
| Population | 62,823 |
| Population Density | 8,013 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,804 ft (1,769 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.5967°, 29.7394° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali |
| Country | 🇷🇼 Rwanda |
| State / Province | Southern Province |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.2 inches (1,225 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Butare
Butare is a mid-size city in Rwanda (Southern Province) with a population of 62,823. The city sits at an elevation of 5,804 feet (1,769 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kigali.
Climate in Butare
Butare has an average annual temperature of 20.2°C (68°F). The hottest month is Sep (21.6°C), the coldest is Jun (18.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1555 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.7°F |
| 24% above Rwanda avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 248 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,804 ft (1,769 m) |
| Area | 7.8 sq mi (20.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,013/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.5967°N, 29.7394°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 | - | - | 145 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Karisimbi (126 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 126 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 130 km |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 132 km |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 145 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 4.6 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 4.9 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 4.7 in |
Butare has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 66°F in June to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (8.2") and July the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Butare
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catholic University of Rwanda | University | - | , |
| CGIS Centre - National University of Rwanda;nur CGIS | University | - | , |
| Grand Seminaire Nyakibanda | College | - | , |
| Groupe Scolaire des Parents | College | - | , |
| National University of Rwanda | University | - | , |
| NSPA (Nile Source Polytechnic of Applied Arts) | University | - | , |
| NUR | University | - | , |
| PIASS (Protestant Institute of Arts and Social Sciences) | University | - | , |
| RP HUYE College | College | - | , |
Schools in Butare
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E.A.V.Kabutare | - | - | - | - |
| Butare primary school | - | - | - | - |
| B1 | - | - | - | - |
| PIASS | - | - | - | - |
| École International des Parents des Butare | - | - | - | - |
| Mère du Verbe | - | - | - | - |
| Elena Guerra | - | - | - | - |
| G.S.O.B( Indatwa n'Inkesha school) | - | - | - | - |
| G. S. Gatagara | - | - | - | - |
| Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| E.A.V. K | - | - | - | - |
| E.A.V. K | - | - | - | - |
| E.A.V. K | - | - | - | - |
| E.A.V. K | - | - | - | - |
| E.A.V. K | - | - | - | - |
| secondary school | - | - | - | - |
| primary school | - | - | - | - |
| ES Kansi | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Butare
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethnographic Museum | ||||
| King's Palace Museum | ||||
| Kwigira Museum |
Libraries in Butare
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ubumenyi | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Butare
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyizi Market | |||||
| Huye City Market | |||||
| Kopabinya Farm | |||||
| Nyamagabe Market | |||||
| Rugogwe | |||||
| Rwabayanga Market | |||||
| Sovu Market |
Hotels in Butare
17 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Butare
13 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Butare
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Butare
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Butare
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Butare
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Butare
4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Butare
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Butare
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Butare
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Butare
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Butare
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bujumbura Melchior Ndadaye International Airport | BJM | Large Airport |
| Kigali International Airport | KGL | Large Airport |
| Butare Airport | BTQ | Small Airport |
| Gako Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kirundo Airport | KRE | Small Airport |
| Mwumba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nemba Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Butare
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chatoric | |
| Chatoric | |
| Jehovas Witness Church | |
| Maison des Missionnaires des Sacrés Cœurs | |
| Maison des Missionnaires des Sacrés Cœurs | |
| Maison des Missionnaires des Sacrés Cœurs | |
| Mosque | |
| Nyumba | |
| Our Lady of Wisdom Cathedral, Butare | |
| Presbyterianne du Rwanda Church | |
| Rugango | |
| Saint Vincent de Paul Church | |
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Quick Facts
Around Butare
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Butare
1 places within 15 km
- • Mount Huye
🇷🇼 About Rwanda
Frequently Asked Questions About Butare
What is the population of Butare?
Butare has a population of 62,823 residents and is located in Rwanda. The population density is 8,013 people per square mile, spread across 7.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Butare?
Butare enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches.