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Kirundo, Burundi
Kirundo · Burundi
Kirundo is a small city in Kirundo, Burundi with a population of 15,511. Elevation: 4,603 ft (1,403 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kirundo
Kirundo is a city located in northern Burundi. It is the capital city of Kirundo Province and seat of the Commune of Kirundo.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,511 |
| Population Density | 137 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,603 ft (1,403 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.5845°, 30.0959° |
| Timezone | Africa/Bujumbura |
| Country | 🇧🇮 Burundi |
| State / Province | Kirundo |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.9 inches (1,064 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kirundo
Kirundo is a small city in Burundi (Kirundo) with a population of 15,511. The city sits at an elevation of 4,603 feet (1,403 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bujumbura.
Climate in Kirundo
Kirundo has an average annual temperature of 20.2°C (68°F). The hottest month is Sep (21.6°C), the coldest is Jun (18.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1555 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.7°F |
| 27% above Burundi avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,603 ft (1,403 m) |
| Area | 113.5 sq mi (294.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 137/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.5845°N, 30.0959°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Bujumbura |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Karisimbi (140 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 140 km |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 143 km |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 151 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 164 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (20°C) | 4.0 in | |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 5.3 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 4.3 in |
Kirundo has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 68°F in November to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.1") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Kirundo
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ishule | - | - | - | - |
| Ishule | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Kirundo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isoko |
Hotels in Kirundo
17 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kirundo
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kirundo
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kirundo
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kigali International Airport | KGL | Large Airport |
| Butare Airport | BTQ | Small Airport |
| Gako Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kirundo Airport | KRE | Small Airport |
| Mwumba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nemba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngara Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kirundo
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catedral catolique | |
| Eglise Vivante de Jésus Christ |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Kirundo?
Kirundo has a population of 15,511 residents and is located in Burundi. The population density is 137 people per square mile, spread across 113.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kirundo?
Kirundo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.9 inches.