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Cyangugu, Rwanda
Western Province · Rwanda
Cyangugu is a mid-size city in Western Province, Rwanda with a population of 43,866. Elevation: 5,190 ft (1,582 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).
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About Cyangugu
Cyangugu is a city and capital of the Rusizi District in Western Province, Rwanda. The city lies at the southern end of Lake Kivu, and is contiguous with Bukavu, Democratic Republic of the Congo, but separated from it by the Ruzizi River. Two bridges and a dam cross the river frontier.
People
Climate
| Population | 43,866 |
| Population Density | 4,979 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,190 ft (1,582 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.4846°, 28.9075° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali |
| Country | 🇷🇼 Rwanda |
| State / Province | Western Province |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 87.8 inches (2,229 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cyangugu
Cyangugu is a mid-size city in Rwanda (Western Province) with a population of 43,866. The city sits at an elevation of 5,190 feet (1,582 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kigali.
Climate in Cyangugu
Cyangugu has an average annual temperature of 18.4°C (65°F). The hottest month is Sep (19°C), the coldest is Jul (17.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1793 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above Rwanda avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 355 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,190 ft (1,582 m) |
| Area | 8.8 sq mi (22.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,979/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.4846°N, 28.9075°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 | — | — | 124 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nyiragongo (114 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 114 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 124 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 124 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 131 km |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 65°F (19°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 65°F (19°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 65°F (19°C) | 7.0 in | Wettest |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.8 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 6.1 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 6.9 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 6.0 in |
Cyangugu has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 60°F in January to 67°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 56.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.0") and July the driest (0.7").
Colleges & Universities in Cyangugu
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| GS St. Bonaventure Nkanka | University | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cyangugu
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Okapi (CD) | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio Svein (CD) | radio comunitaria | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in Cyangugu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Librairie SIM | 0.0 | |||||
| Librairie SIM | 0.0 | |||||
| Library of ISDR Bukavu | 0.0 | |||||
| Library of ISDR Bukavu | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cyangugu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bugarama Market | |||||
| Bugarama Site | |||||
| Buhinga Market | |||||
| Gaturika | |||||
| Gaturika | |||||
| Gishoma Modern Market | |||||
| Ingurube Market | |||||
| Kadashya | |||||
| Kadashya | |||||
| Karusharirizi | |||||
| Karusharirizi | |||||
| Kubadive | |||||
| Kubadive | |||||
| Kucyapa | |||||
| Limanga | |||||
| Limanga | |||||
| Marché Central de Bagira | |||||
| Marché Central de Bagira | |||||
| Marché Central de Kadutu | |||||
| Marché Central de Kadutu | |||||
| Marché de Chamwaki | |||||
| Marché de Chamwaki | |||||
| Marché de Kamagene | |||||
| Marché de Kamagene | |||||
| Marché de Mulwa | |||||
| Marché de Mulwa | |||||
| Marché de Mwanzi | |||||
| Marché de Mwanzi | |||||
| Marche Kibonge | |||||
| Marche Kibonge | |||||
| Marché Nguba | |||||
| Marché Nguba | |||||
| Marché Nyawera | |||||
| Marché Nyawera | |||||
| Marché Tubimbi | |||||
| Marché Tubimbi | |||||
| Nkafu Brasserie | |||||
| Petit Marché de Nyamiera | |||||
| Petit Marché de Nyamiera | |||||
| Petit Marché Nyarwizimya | |||||
| Petit Marché Nyarwizimya | |||||
| Rubyiro Site | |||||
| Rusizi Market | |||||
| Rwesero Market | |||||
| Tyazo Market |
Hotels in Cyangugu
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cyangugu
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cyangugu
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Cyangugu
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cyangugu
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cyangugu
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cyangugu
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cyangugu
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| De la Concorde kadutu |
Airports Near Cyangugu
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bukavu Kavumu Airport | BKY | Medium Airport |
| Kamembe Airport | KME | Medium Airport |
| Bulongo Kigogo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kamituga Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Cyangugu
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| centre psychiatrique SOSAME |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cyangugu
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Adepr | |
| NKanka |
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What is the population of Cyangugu?
Cyangugu has a population of 43,866 residents and is located in Rwanda. The population density is 4,979 people per square mile, spread across 8.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cyangugu?
Cyangugu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.8 inches.