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Mabanda, Burundi

Makamba · Burundi

Mabanda is a small city in Makamba, Burundi with a population of 5,027. Elevation: 5,016 ft (1,529 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,027 Population 16/sq mi density
5,016 ft Elevation 1,529 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
51.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Bujumbura Timezone

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About Mabanda

Mabanda is a city located close to the southern tip of Burundi, near the border with Tanzania.

People

Population5,027
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation5,016 ft (1,529 m)
Population5,027
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation5,016 ft (1,529 m)
Coordinates-4.2743°, 29.7749°
TimezoneAfrica/Bujumbura
Country🇧🇮 Burundi
State / ProvinceMakamba
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation51.7 inches (1,313 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mabanda

Mabanda is a small city in Burundi (Makamba) with a population of 5,027. The city sits at an elevation of 5,016 feet (1,529 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bujumbura.

Mabanda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,016 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average67.4°F
25% above Burundi avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,016 ft (1,529 m)
Area317.7 sq mi (822.7 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates-4.2743°N, 29.7749°W
TimezoneAfrica/Bujumbura

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.7"
36% above Burundi avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 9.09"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2.

Jul 28, 2025 33 km NW of Rumonge, Burundi M5.2 84 km
Apr 10, 2003 55 km NE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.1 146 km
Sep 18, 1990 10 km SSE of Rumonge, Burundi M5.0 40 km
Dec 15, 2000 67 km NE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.9 138 km
Apr 5, 2003 12 km SSE of Mwaro, Burundi M4.8 73 km
Aug 4, 2023 25 km S of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.8 94 km
May 2, 2024 16 km W of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.8 74 km
Sep 1, 2003 30 km ESE of Makamba, Burundi M4.8 34 km
Aug 11, 1993 16 km S of Bujumbura, Burundi M4.8 95 km
Jun 19, 2008 29 km NW of Mwandiga, Tanzania M4.7 49 km
Feb 15, 1991 111 km WSW of Rumonge, Burundi M4.7 140 km
Sep 23, 2023 56 km SSE of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.7 117 km
Jun 10, 2006 26 km WNW of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.7 72 km
Nov 21, 1997 27 km WNW of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.7 75 km
Feb 14, 2022 41 km SSW of Rumonge, Burundi M4.7 52 km
Feb 24, 2004 14 km SSW of Muramvya, Burundi M4.7 101 km
Apr 10, 2002 44 km SSW of Uvinza, Tanzania M4.7 138 km
Apr 3, 2011 17 km SW of Mwaro, Burundi M4.7 74 km
Aug 14, 2009 69 km SSE of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.6 135 km
Mar 10, 2013 54 km SW of Rumonge, Burundi M4.5 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 6.3 in
February 68°F (20°C) 6.1 in
March 68°F (20°C) 7.5 in
April 68°F (20°C) 9.1 in Wettest
May 67°F (19°C) 3.8 in
June 65°F (19°C) 0.4 in
July 65°F (18°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
September 69°F (21°C) 1.5 in
October 70°F (21°C) 3.4 in Warmest
November 68°F (20°C) 6.0 in
December 67°F (20°C) 7.2 in

Mabanda has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 65°F in July to 70°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (9.1") and July the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Mabanda

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primary School - - - -
Ecofo Mabanda - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Mabanda

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Isoko

Hotels in Mabanda

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

KIBUYE GUEST HOUSE
NERVILA HOTEL

Restaurants in Mabanda

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Makamba RESTAURANT

Banks in Mabanda

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Interbank Burundi

Airports Near Mabanda

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gihohi Airport-Small Airport
Kasulu Airport-Small Airport
Kigoma AirportTKQSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mabanda

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Eglise

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 Mabanda

What is the population of Mabanda?

Mabanda has a population of 5,027 residents and is located in Burundi. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 317.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mabanda?

Mabanda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.7 inches.

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