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Gahini, Rwanda

Eastern Province · Rwanda

Gahini is a small city in Eastern Province, Rwanda with a population of 7,917. Elevation: 5,039 ft (1,536 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

7,917 Population 102/sq mi density
5,039 ft Elevation 1,536 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
37.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kigali Timezone

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People

Population7,917
Density102/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation5,039 ft (1,536 m)
Population7,917
Population Density102 / sq mi
Elevation5,039 ft (1,536 m)
Coordinates-1.8406°, 30.4816°
TimezoneAfrica/Kigali
Country🇷🇼 Rwanda
State / ProvinceEastern Province
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation37.4 inches (950 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Gahini

Gahini is a small city in Rwanda (Eastern Province) with a population of 7,917. The city sits at an elevation of 5,039 feet (1,536 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kigali.

Gahini enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 268 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 37.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,039 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average68.2°F
26% above Rwanda avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,039 ft (1,536 m)
Area77.9 sq mi (201.7 km²)
Population Density102/sq mi
Coordinates-1.8406°N, 30.4816°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kigali

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.4"
2% below Rwanda avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 6.54"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2.

Mar 20, 2003 Rwanda - Burundi region M5.2 121 km
Mar 9, 1994 14 km N of Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO, Rwanda M4.8 76 km
May 25, 2021 19 km WSW of Musanze, Rwanda M4.7 115 km
May 26, 2021 16 km E of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.7 121 km
May 24, 2021 9 km N of Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.7 142 km
Jan 19, 2002 25 km W of Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO, Rwanda M4.6 101 km
May 26, 2021 9 km SE of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.5 131 km
May 23, 2021 18 km SE of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.5 122 km
May 27, 2021 14 km E of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.5 123 km
May 25, 2021 15 km ESE of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.5 123 km
May 26, 2021 11 km SE of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.5 129 km
May 26, 2021 17 km SSE of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.5 132 km
May 26, 2021 4 km S of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.5 137 km
Sep 24, 2023 16 km NNW of Nzega, Rwanda M4.5 125 km
May 23, 2021 2 km NNE of Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.5 140 km
May 26, 2021 8 km NE of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.4 132 km
May 25, 2021 9 km SE of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.4 130 km
May 25, 2021 5 km S of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.4 135 km
May 26, 2021 1 km SSW of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.4 137 km
May 22, 2021 7 km SW of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.3 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Muhavura (103 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Muhavura Stratovolcano 4,103 m (13,461 ft) Unknown 103 km
Visoke Stratovolcano 3,696 m (12,126 ft) 1957 119 km
Karisimbi Stratovolcano 4,490 m (14,731 ft) -8050 121 km
Nyiragongo Stratovolcano 3,470 m (11,385 ft) 2020 142 km
Nyamuragira Shield 3,058 m (10,033 ft) 2020 150 km
Bunyaruguru Maar(s) 1,554 m (5,098 ft) Unknown 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 2.5 in
February 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
March 68°F (20°C) 4.7 in
April 68°F (20°C) 6.5 in Wettest
May 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in
June 67°F (20°C) 0.6 in Coldest
July 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in Driest
August 69°F (21°C) 0.9 in Warmest
September 69°F (21°C) 2.3 in
October 69°F (20°C) 3.6 in
November 67°F (20°C) 4.6 in
December 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in

Gahini has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 67°F in June to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 37.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.5") and July the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Gahini

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kabare School - - - -
Catholic Primary School - - - -
nusary & Primary school - - - -
rwinkuba primary school - - - -
rwinkuba primary school - - - -
Catholic Primary School - - - -
Karambi secondary school - - - -
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Radio Stations near Gahini

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Farmers Markets in Gahini

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Karubamba's Market
Nzige Market Place

Hotels in Gahini

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Muhazi Beach Hotel

Restaurants in Gahini

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

California Restarurant
Restaurant Icyaylamata
Zingana Restaurant

Cafes in Gahini

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kayonza

Monuments in Gahini

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rukara cementary

Clinics in Gahini

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Health Centre

Gas Stations in Gahini

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Meru

Banks in Gahini

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banque Populaire Rwanda

Stadiums & Teams in Gahini

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Airports Near Gahini

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kigali International AirportKGLLarge Airport
Gabiro Airport-Small Airport
Gako Airport-Small Airport
Ihanda Airstrip-Small Airport
Kabale Airport-Small Airport
Kirundo AirportKRESmall Airport
Milambi Airport-Small Airport
Nemba Airport-Small Airport
Ngara Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Gahini

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kawangire

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gahini

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church
Mukarang
Pentecotist church

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 Gahini

What is the population of Gahini?

Gahini has a population of 7,917 residents and is located in Rwanda. The population density is 102 people per square mile, spread across 77.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gahini?

Gahini enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.4 inches.

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