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Bwambarangwe, Burundi

Kirundo · Burundi

Bwambarangwe is a small city in Kirundo, Burundi with a population of 6,257. Elevation: 5,266 ft (1,605 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

6,257 Population 46/sq mi density
5,266 ft Elevation 1,605 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
37.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Bujumbura Timezone

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About Bwambarangwe

Mukenke is a town and colline in Bwambarangwe Commune, Kirundo Province, Burundi.

People

Population6,257
Density46/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days354/yr
Elevation5,266 ft (1,605 m)
Population6,257
Population Density46 / sq mi
Elevation5,266 ft (1,605 m)
Coordinates-2.5831°, 30.3328°
TimezoneAfrica/Bujumbura
Country🇧🇮 Burundi
State / ProvinceKirundo
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation37.3 inches (947 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bwambarangwe

Bwambarangwe is a small city in Burundi (Kirundo) with a population of 6,257. The city sits at an elevation of 5,266 feet (1,605 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bujumbura.

Climate in Bwambarangwe

Bwambarangwe 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 1152 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 123.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 120.4
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 144.4
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 198.5
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 92.8
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 12.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 4.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 29.7
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 67.5
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 106.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 144.8
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 107.9
Bwambarangwe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 354 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,266 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.0°F
24% above Burundi avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days354 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,266 ft (1,605 m)
Area136.3 sq mi (352.9 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates-2.5831°N, 30.3328°W
TimezoneAfrica/Bujumbura

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.3"
2% below Burundi avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 7.13"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

37 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M0.0 on Jan 4, 2025.

Mar 20, 2003 Rwanda - Burundi region M5.2 88 km
Mar 9, 1994 14 km N of Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO, Rwanda M4.8 105 km
Sep 23, 2016 24 km SE of Cyangugu, Rwanda M4.8 142 km
Apr 5, 2003 12 km SSE of Mwaro, Burundi M4.8 132 km
May 25, 2021 19 km WSW of Musanze, Rwanda M4.7 147 km
May 16, 2004 16 km WNW of Kayanza, Burundi M4.7 99 km
May 26, 2021 16 km E of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.7 141 km
Feb 24, 2004 14 km SSW of Muramvya, Burundi M4.7 125 km
Apr 3, 2011 17 km SW of Mwaro, Burundi M4.7 142 km
Feb 11, 1997 18 km N of Cibitoke, Burundi M4.7 137 km
Jan 19, 2002 25 km W of Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO, Rwanda M4.6 111 km
May 26, 2021 9 km SE of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.5 146 km
May 26, 2021 11 km SE of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.5 143 km
May 25, 2021 15 km ESE of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.5 139 km
May 27, 2021 14 km E of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.5 143 km
May 23, 2021 18 km SE of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.5 136 km
Jan 4, 2025 19 km W of Bubanza, Burundi M4.5 134 km
Mar 1, 1992 30 km SW of Kibuye, Rwanda M4.5 138 km
Jan 24, 2021 18 km ESE of Bujumbura, Burundi M4.5 135 km
Sep 24, 2023 16 km NNW of Nzega, Rwanda M4.5 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Muhavura (152 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Muhavura Stratovolcano 4,103 m (13,461 ft) Unknown 152 km
Karisimbi Stratovolcano 4,490 m (14,731 ft) -8050 155 km
Visoke Stratovolcano 3,696 m (12,126 ft) 1957 157 km
Nyiragongo Stratovolcano 3,470 m (11,385 ft) 2020 169 km
Nyamuragira Shield 3,058 m (10,033 ft) 2020 181 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 4.0 in
March 68°F (20°C) 5.2 in
April 68°F (20°C) 7.1 in Wettest
May 68°F (20°C) 4.1 in
June 67°F (20°C) 0.6 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.7 in
September 70°F (21°C) 2.1 in Warmest
October 69°F (20°C) 3.6 in
November 67°F (20°C) 5.0 in
December 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in

Bwambarangwe has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 66°F in January to 70°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 40.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.1") and July the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Bwambarangwe

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ishizwe FM (TZ) MP3

Farmers Markets in Bwambarangwe

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Isoko

Hotels in Bwambarangwe

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BON SEJOUR HOTEL
BORDER HOTEL
FEEL FREE LODGE
PALAIS DE NAZALETH CHEZ PODE
PARACIO KOBERO CHEZ TAJIRI
ZION HOTEL

Airports Near Bwambarangwe

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kigali International AirportKGLLarge Airport
Butare AirportBTQSmall Airport
Gako AirportSmall Airport
Kirundo AirportKRESmall Airport
Mwumba AirportSmall Airport
Nemba AirportSmall Airport
Ngara AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Bujumbura

🇧🇮 About Burundi

Capital Gitega
Population 11,175,378
Area 27,830 km²
GDP (USD) $3,430,949,250
GDP per capita $251
HDI 0.426
Life expectancy 63.7 years
Internet users 11.1%
Urban population 23.6%
Currency BIF (Franc)
Languages French, Kirundi
Calling code +257
TLD .bi
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bwambarangwe

What is the population of Bwambarangwe?

Bwambarangwe has a population of 6,257 residents and is located in Burundi. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 136.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bwambarangwe?

Bwambarangwe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.3 inches.

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