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Kibuye, Rwanda
Western Province · Rwanda
Kibuye is a mid-size city in Western Province, Rwanda with a population of 48,024. Elevation: 4,856 ft (1,480 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kibuye
Kibuye is a city in Karongi District, and the headquarters of the Western Province in Rwanda.
People
Climate
| Population | 48,024 |
| Population Density | 1,797 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,856 ft (1,480 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.0603°, 29.3478° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali |
| Country | 🇷🇼 Rwanda |
| State / Province | Western Province |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.1 inches (1,299 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kibuye
Kibuye is a mid-size city in Rwanda (Western Province) with a population of 48,024. The city sits at an elevation of 4,856 feet (1,480 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kigali.
Climate in Kibuye
Kibuye has an average annual temperature of 20.1°C (68°F). The hottest month is Sep (21°C), the coldest is Jun (18.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1414 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above Rwanda avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,856 ft (1,480 m) |
| Area | 26.7 sq mi (69.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,797/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.0603°N, 29.3478°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1938 | NYAMURAGIRA | Astronomical | - | - | 74 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nyiragongo (61 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 61 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 63 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 69 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 74 km |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 84 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (14°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 5.7 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 5.0 in |
Kibuye has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 56°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 52.1 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.6") and July the driest (0.6").
Schools in Kibuye
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mubuga Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyagahinga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Murama School Group | - | - | - | - |
| Kibingo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| GS Rusuroro | - | - | - | - |
| College Sainte Marie Kibuye | - | - | - | - |
| Gatwaro primary school | - | - | - | - |
| EP Lumiere | - | - | - | - |
| GS Kibuye | - | - | - | - |
| Integrated Polytechnic Regional College - IPRC Karongi | - | - | - | - |
| GS Nyegabo | - | - | - | - |
| Adventiste de Kibuye School | - | - | - | - |
| Gasura | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Kibuye
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum of Environment |
Farmers Markets in Kibuye
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karongi Market | |||||
| Kibirizi market | |||||
| Mwibereshi Kageyo Centre | |||||
| Rugali Market |
Hotels in Kibuye
12 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kibuye
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kibuye
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Kibuye
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kibuye
4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kibuye
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kibuye
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kibuye
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Goma International Airport | GOM | Large Airport |
| Bukavu Kavumu Airport | BKY | Medium Airport |
| Gisenyi Airport | GYI | Medium Airport |
| Kamembe Airport | KME | Medium Airport |
| Bulongo Kigogo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Butare Airport | BTQ | Small Airport |
| Kirundo Airport | KRE | Small Airport |
| Ruhengeri Airport | RHG | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kibuye
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mubuga |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kibuye
What is the population of Kibuye?
Kibuye has a population of 48,024 residents and is located in Rwanda. The population density is 1,797 people per square mile, spread across 26.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kibuye?
Kibuye enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.1 inches.