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Gitega, Burundi
Gitega · Burundi
Gitega is a mid-size city in Gitega, Burundi with a population of 64,904. Elevation: 5,525 ft (1,684 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gitega
Gitega, formerly Kitega, is the political capital of Burundi. Located in the centre of the country, in the Burundian central plateau roughly 62 kilometres (39 mi) east of Bujumbura, the largest city and former political capital, Gitega is the country's fourth largest city and former royal capital of the Kingdom of Burundi until its abolition in 1966. In December 2018, former President of Burundi Pierre Nkurunziza announced that he would follow on a 2007 promise to return Gitega its former political capital status, with Bujumbura remaining as economic capital and centre of commerce. A vote in the Parliament of Burundi made the change official on 16 January 2019, with all branches of government expected to move in over three years.
People
Climate
| Population | 64,904 |
| Population Density | 7,645 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,525 ft (1,684 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.4271°, 29.9246° |
| Timezone | Africa/Bujumbura |
| Country | 🇧🇮 Burundi |
| State / Province | Gitega |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.5 inches (1,156 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gitega
Gitega is a mid-size city in Burundi (Gitega) with a population of 64,904. The city sits at an elevation of 5,525 feet (1,684 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bujumbura.
Climate in Gitega
Gitega has an average annual temperature of 18.8°C (66°F). The hottest month is Oct (20°C), the coldest is Jul (16.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1839 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.7°F |
| 22% above Burundi avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 253 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,525 ft (1,684 m) |
| Area | 8.5 sq mi (22.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,645/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.4271°N, 29.9246°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Bujumbura |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 5.3 in | |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 65°F (19°C) | 5.7 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 6.2 in |
Gitega has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 64°F in June to 67°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.2") and July the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Gitega
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Mushasha | College | - | , |
| Ecole Fondamentale de Rusi | College | - | , |
Schools in Gitega
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ishule | - | - | - | - |
| Université Polytechnique de Gitega | - | - | - | - |
| Ishule | - | - | - | - |
| Ishule | - | - | - | - |
| Ishule | - | - | - | - |
| Ishule | - | - | - | - |
| Ishule | - | - | - | - |
| Grand Séminaire Interdiocésain Saint Jean Paul II de Gitega | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Gitega
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Historical site of Kiganda Treaty | ||||
| National Museum of Gitega |
Farmers Markets in Gitega
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isoko | |||||
| Isoko | |||||
| Marché Central de Gitega | |||||
| Marché de Gitega |
Hotels in Gitega
69 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gitega
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gitega
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gitega
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Gitega
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gitega
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gitega
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gitega
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gitega
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bujumbura Melchior Ndadaye International Airport | BJM | Large Airport |
| Gitega Airport | GID | Medium Airport |
| Gihohi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kibondo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kifura Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mwumba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ruyigi Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gitega
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cathédrale du Christ-Roi | |
| Église de la Voie de Dieu « Inzira Z'imana » | |
| Eglise de Pentecôte de Magarama | |
| Église des Amis | |
| Eglise Pantecote | |
| Paroisse du Bon Pasteur | |
| paroisse mucunguzi | |
| Paroisse Saint François d’Assise de Magarama | |
| Paroisse Saint Sacrément de Rukundo |
Quick Facts
Around Gitega
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇧🇮 About Burundi
Frequently Asked Questions About Gitega
What is the population of Gitega?
Gitega has a population of 64,904 residents and is located in Burundi. The population density is 7,645 people per square mile, spread across 8.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gitega?
Gitega enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.5 inches.