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Karusi, Burundi
Gitega · Burundi
Karusi is a small city in Gitega, Burundi with a population of 15,964. Elevation: 5,338 ft (1,627 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Karusi
Karuzi, or Karusi, is a city located in eastern Burundi. It is the capital city of Karuzi Province.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,964 |
| Population Density | 50 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,338 ft (1,627 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.1014°, 30.1628° |
| Timezone | Africa/Bujumbura |
| Country | 🇧🇮 Burundi |
| State / Province | Gitega |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.4 inches (1,103 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Karusi
Karusi is a small city in Burundi (Gitega) with a population of 15,964. The city sits at an elevation of 5,338 feet (1,627 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bujumbura.
Climate in Karusi
Karusi has an average annual temperature of 19.2°C (67°F). The hottest month is Sep (20.6°C), the coldest is Jul (17.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1821 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.5°F |
| 21% above Burundi avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,338 ft (1,627 m) |
| Area | 318.0 sq mi (823.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 50/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.1014°N, 30.1628°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Bujumbura |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Karisimbi (194 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 194 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 198 km |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 5.0 in | |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 5.7 in |
Karusi has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 65°F in November to 67°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.2") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Karusi
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ishule | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Karusi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isoko | |||||
| Isoko | |||||
| Isoko | |||||
| Isoko |
Hotels in Karusi
10 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Karusi
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Karusi
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gitega Airport | GID | Medium Airport |
| Butare Airport | BTQ | Small Airport |
| Kibondo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kifura Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kirundo Airport | KRE | Small Airport |
| Mwumba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ruyigi Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Karusi
What is the population of Karusi?
Karusi has a population of 15,964 residents and is located in Burundi. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 318.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Karusi?
Karusi 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 65°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches.