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Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO, Rwanda

Southern Province · Rwanda

Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO is a small town in Southern Province, Rwanda with a population of 3,000. Elevation: 5,696 ft (1,736 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,000 Population 114/sq mi density
5,696 ft Elevation 1,736 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
33.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kigali Timezone

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People

Population3,000
Density114/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Sunny Days352/yr
Elevation5,696 ft (1,736 m)
Population3,000
Population Density114 / sq mi
Elevation5,696 ft (1,736 m)
Coordinates-1.9365°, 29.8061°
TimezoneAfrica/Kigali
Country🇷🇼 Rwanda
State / ProvinceSouthern Province
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation33.4 inches (849 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO

Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO is a small town in Rwanda (Southern Province) with a population of 3,000. The city sits at an elevation of 5,696 feet (1,736 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kigali.

Climate in Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO

Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO 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 1085 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / 27.5° 102.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / 28.2° 97.9
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / 27.3° 135.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / 26.5° 140.4
May 0°C / 32°F — / 26.4° 111.4
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / 26.9° 29.1
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / 27.2° 16.6
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / 28.3° 36.2
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / 28.7° 68.8
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / 27.5° 115.4
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / 26.5° 147.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / 26.9° 84.5
Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 352 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 33.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,696 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.9°F
26% above Rwanda avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days352 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,696 ft (1,736 m)
Area26.2 sq mi (67.9 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates-1.9365°N, 29.8061°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kigali

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.4"
12% below Rwanda avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 7.44"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

99 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M0.0 on Apr 5, 2025.

Oct 24, 2002 34 km SW of Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo M6.2 89 km
Feb 3, 2008 20 km N of Cyangugu, Rwanda M5.9 108 km
Aug 7, 2015 37 km N of Cyangugu, Rwanda M5.8 104 km
Aug 7, 2015 43 km N of Cyangugu, Rwanda M5.5 97 km
Oct 24, 2002 28 km SSW of Sake, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.5 93 km
Feb 14, 2008 8 km N of Cyangugu, Rwanda M5.3 112 km
Mar 20, 2003 Rwanda - Burundi region M5.2 60 km
Jan 22, 2002 8 km NW of Sake, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.2 102 km
Jan 20, 2002 13 km SSW of Sake, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.1 96 km
Jan 21, 2002 22 km S of Sake, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.1 87 km
Feb 3, 2008 11 km NE of Cyangugu, Rwanda M5.0 106 km
Sep 15, 2017 24 km S of Kabare, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.0 141 km
Oct 24, 2002 37 km W of Kibuye, Rwanda M5.0 88 km
Sep 28, 1993 21 km W of Kabare, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.9 149 km
Feb 3, 2008 22 km NNE of Cyangugu, Rwanda M4.9 100 km
Jan 28, 2010 50 km W of Ntungamo, Uganda M4.9 134 km
Feb 3, 2008 8 km ESE of Cyangugu, Rwanda M4.8 111 km
Oct 24, 2002 41 km W of Kibuye, Rwanda M4.8 93 km
Sep 23, 2016 24 km SE of Cyangugu, Rwanda M4.8 115 km
Mar 9, 1994 14 km N of Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO, Rwanda M4.8 15 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1938 NYAMURAGIRA Astronomical 89 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Karisimbi (62 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Karisimbi Stratovolcano 4,490 m (14,731 ft) -8050 62 km
Muhavura Stratovolcano 4,103 m (13,461 ft) Unknown 63 km
Visoke Stratovolcano 3,696 m (12,126 ft) 1957 64 km
Nyiragongo Stratovolcano 3,470 m (11,385 ft) 2020 77 km
Nyamuragira Shield 3,058 m (10,033 ft) 2020 89 km
Bunyaruguru Maar(s) 1,554 m (5,098 ft) Unknown 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 67°F (20°C) 4.3 in
March 67°F (20°C) 5.2 in
April 67°F (19°C) 7.4 in Wettest
May 67°F (19°C) 5.8 in
June 67°F (19°C) 1.4 in
July 69°F (20°C) 0.6 in Warmest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 1.6 in
September 68°F (20°C) 3.6 in
October 67°F (20°C) 4.7 in
November 66°F (19°C) 5.4 in
December 67°F (19°C) 3.9 in

Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 66°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.4") and July the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
EP Gihande
GS Byerwa
EP Gikingo
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Museums in Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kandt House Museum of Natural History
Kandt House Museum of Natural History

Farmers Markets in Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Buringa Market
COMO BUSINESS CENTER
COMO BUSINESS CENTER
Cyome Market
Ngororero Market
Nyamirambo Market Place

Gas Stations in Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aziz
Oryx

Stadiums & Teams in Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO

TeamLeagueDivision
Kigali Pelé Stadium

Airports Near Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Goma International AirportGOMLarge Airport
Kigali International AirportKGLLarge Airport
Gisenyi AirportGYIMedium Airport
Butare AirportBTQSmall Airport
Gabiro AirportSmall Airport
Gako AirportSmall Airport
Kabale AirportSmall Airport
Katale AirportSmall Airport
Kirundo AirportKRESmall Airport
Kisoro AirportKXOSmall Airport
Nemba AirportSmall Airport
Ruhengeri AirportRHGSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
MILLO CLINIC
Nyarurenzi Health Centre
Tetero Health Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kanyanza
Kayenzi

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Kigali

🇷🇼 About Rwanda

Capital Kigali
Population 12,301,939
Area 26,338 km²
GDP (USD) $14,331,722,703
GDP per capita $1,027
HDI 0.548
Life expectancy 67.8 years
Internet users 34.2%
Urban population 28.9%
Currency RWF (Franc)
Languages English, French, Kinyarwanda
Calling code +250
TLD .rw
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO

What is the population of Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO?

Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO has a population of 3,000 residents and is located in Rwanda. The population density is 114 people per square mile, spread across 26.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO?

Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.4 inches.

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