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Byumba, Rwanda
Northern Province · Rwanda
Byumba is a mid-size city in Northern Province, Rwanda with a population of 43,134. Elevation: 7,425 ft (2,263 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Byumba
Byumba is a city and sector in northern Rwanda and the capital of Gicumbi District. It is home to an SOS Children's Village. The city lies about 60 kilometres (37 mi), north of the capital Kigali. This location lies approximately 30 kilometres (19 mi), south of the International border with Uganda at Gatuna.
People
Climate
| Population | 43,134 |
| Population Density | 1,599 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,425 ft (2,263 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.5763°, 30.0675° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali |
| Country | 🇷🇼 Rwanda |
| State / Province | Northern Province |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.1 inches (1,070 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Byumba
Byumba is a mid-size city in Rwanda (Northern Province) with a population of 43,134. The city sits at an elevation of 7,425 feet (2,263 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kigali.
Climate in Byumba
Byumba has an average annual temperature of 17.5°C (64°F). The hottest month is Feb (18.2°C), the coldest is Jul (16.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1888 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.4°F |
| 17% above Rwanda avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,425 ft (2,263 m) |
| Area | 27.0 sq mi (69.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,599/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.5763°N, 30.0675°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 | - | - | 98 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Muhavura (48 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 48 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 66 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 69 km |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 91 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 98 km |
| Bunyaruguru | Maar(s) | 1,554 m (5,098 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
| Katwe-Kikorongo | Tuff cone(s) | 1,067 m (3,501 ft) | Unknown | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 3.6 in |
Byumba has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 63°F in June to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.2") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Byumba
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture de Kisaro School | - | - | - | - |
| Gihembe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| École agriculture de Kisaro | - | - | - | - |
| école Saint-Vincent-de-Paul | - | - | - | - |
| Miyove Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Byumba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miyove Market | |||||
| RUKOMO Market | |||||
| Yaramba Market |
Restaurants in Byumba
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Byumba
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Byumba
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kigali International Airport | KGL | Large Airport |
| Gabiro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gako Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ibanda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kabale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Katale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kayonza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kisoro Airport | KXO | Small Airport |
| Milambi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ruhengeri Airport | RHG | Small Airport |
| Rutshuru Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Byumba
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gicumbi | |
| Muhihi Chapel | |
| Roman Catholic Diocese of Byumba |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Byumba
What is the population of Byumba?
Byumba has a population of 43,134 residents and is located in Rwanda. The population density is 1,599 people per square mile, spread across 27.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Byumba?
Byumba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches.