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Giteranyi, Burundi

Muyinga · Burundi

Giteranyi is a small town in Muyinga, Burundi with a population of 3,320. Elevation: 5,220 ft (1,591 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

3,320 Population 24/sq mi density
5,220 ft Elevation 1,591 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
37.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Bujumbura Timezone

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About Giteranyi

Giteranyi is a community in Muyinga Province, Burundi. It is the capital of the Commune of Giteranyi.

People

Population3,320
Density24/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days354/yr
Elevation5,220 ft (1,591 m)
Population3,320
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation5,220 ft (1,591 m)
Coordinates-2.4842°, 30.4650°
TimezoneAfrica/Bujumbura
Country🇧🇮 Burundi
State / ProvinceMuyinga
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation37.3 inches (947 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Giteranyi

Giteranyi is a small town in Burundi (Muyinga) with a population of 3,320. The city sits at an elevation of 5,220 feet (1,591 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bujumbura.

Giteranyi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 354 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 37.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,220 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.0°F
24% above Burundi avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days354 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,220 ft (1,591 m)
Area136.3 sq mi (352.9 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates-2.4842°N, 30.4650°W
TimezoneAfrica/Bujumbura

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.3"
2% below Burundi avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 6.34"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

26 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M0.0 on Sep 24, 2023.

Mar 20, 2003 Rwanda - Burundi region M5.2 101 km
Mar 9, 1994 14 km N of Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO, Rwanda M4.8 106 km
Apr 5, 2003 12 km SSE of Mwaro, Burundi M4.8 149 km
Feb 24, 2004 14 km SSW of Muramvya, Burundi M4.7 143 km
May 26, 2021 16 km E of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.7 145 km
May 16, 2004 16 km WNW of Kayanza, Burundi M4.7 117 km
May 25, 2021 19 km WSW of Musanze, Rwanda M4.7 149 km
Jan 19, 2002 25 km W of Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO, Rwanda M4.6 116 km
May 26, 2021 17 km SSE of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.5 148 km
Feb 24, 2004 15 km S of Muramvya, Burundi M4.5 141 km
Sep 24, 2023 16 km NNW of Nzega, Rwanda M4.5 111 km
May 23, 2021 18 km SE of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.5 141 km
May 27, 2021 14 km E of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.5 148 km
May 25, 2021 15 km ESE of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.5 144 km
May 26, 2021 11 km SE of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.5 149 km
Mar 1, 1992 30 km SW of Kibuye, Rwanda M4.5 149 km
May 21, 2015 12 km S of Gitega, Burundi M4.4 132 km
May 23, 2021 24 km SE of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.3 135 km
May 25, 2021 18 km ENE of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.3 148 km
May 23, 2021 17 km ENE of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.3 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Muhavura (151 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Muhavura Stratovolcano 4,103 m (13,461 ft) Unknown 151 km
Karisimbi Stratovolcano 4,490 m (14,731 ft) -8050 157 km
Visoke Stratovolcano 3,696 m (12,126 ft) 1957 158 km
Nyiragongo Stratovolcano 3,470 m (11,385 ft) 2020 172 km
Nyamuragira Shield 3,058 m (10,033 ft) 2020 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 69°F (20°C) 3.7 in
March 69°F (20°C) 4.8 in
April 69°F (20°C) 6.3 in Wettest
May 69°F (20°C) 3.8 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
September 70°F (21°C) 1.9 in Warmest
October 70°F (21°C) 3.3 in
November 68°F (20°C) 4.9 in
December 68°F (20°C) 3.7 in

Giteranyi has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 66°F in January to 70°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.3") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Giteranyi

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ishule
Ishule
Mukikomero Primary School
Mugikomero Primary School
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Radio Stations near Giteranyi

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ishizwe FM (TZ) MP3

Libraries in Giteranyi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ngara District Library0.0

Airports Near Giteranyi

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kigali International AirportKGLLarge Airport
Butare AirportBTQSmall Airport
Gako AirportSmall Airport
Kirundo AirportKRESmall Airport
Mwumba AirportSmall Airport
Nemba AirportSmall Airport
Ngara AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Bujumbura

🇧🇮 About Burundi

Capital Gitega
Population 11,175,378
Area 27,830 km²
GDP (USD) $3,430,949,250
GDP per capita $251
HDI 0.426
Life expectancy 63.7 years
Internet users 11.1%
Urban population 23.6%
Currency BIF (Franc)
Languages French, Kirundi
Calling code +257
TLD .bi
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Giteranyi

What is the population of Giteranyi?

Giteranyi has a population of 3,320 residents and is located in Burundi. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 136.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Giteranyi?

Giteranyi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.3 inches.

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