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Cyato, Rwanda
Western Province · Rwanda
Cyato is a small city in Western Province, Rwanda with a population of 26,996. Elevation: 5,919 ft (1,804 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 26,996 |
| Population Density | 307 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,919 ft (1,804 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.3871°, 29.1929° |
| 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 Cyato
Cyato is a small city in Rwanda (Western Province) with a population of 26,996. The city sits at an elevation of 5,919 feet (1,804 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 Cyato
Cyato has an average annual temperature of 19°C (66°F). The hottest month is Sep (20.2°C), the coldest is Jun (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1464 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 | 5,919 ft (1,804 m) |
| Area | 87.9 sq mi (227.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 307/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.3871°N, 29.1929°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 | - | - | 109 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nyiragongo (97 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 97 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 102 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 108 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 109 km |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 124 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 6.3 in | |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 6.4 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 7.2 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 9.4 in | Wettest |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 7.2 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 4.9 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 6.1 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 7.0 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 7.1 in |
Cyato has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 59°F in June to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 65.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (9.4") and July the driest (0.8").
Radio Stations near Cyato
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Okapi (CD) | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio Svein (CD) | radio comunitaria | MP3 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Cyato
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buhinga Market | |||||
| Gishoma Modern Market | |||||
| Ingurube Market | |||||
| Kucyapa | |||||
| Rugali Market | |||||
| Rwesero Market | |||||
| Tyazo Market |
Clinics in Cyato
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Cyato
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Goma International Airport | GOM | Large Airport |
| Bukavu Kavumu Airport | BKY | Medium Airport |
| Gisenyi Airport | GYI | Medium Airport |
| Kamembe Airport | KME | Medium Airport |
| Bulongo Kigogo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Butare Airport | BTQ | Small Airport |
| Mwumba Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cyato
What is the population of Cyato?
Cyato has a population of 26,996 residents and is located in Rwanda. The population density is 307 people per square mile, spread across 87.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cyato?
Cyato 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.