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Macuba, Rwanda
Western Province · Rwanda
Macuba is a mid-size city in Western Province, Rwanda with a population of 33,319. Elevation: 5,292 ft (1,613 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 33,319 |
| Population Density | 903 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,292 ft (1,613 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.2933°, 29.1877° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali |
| Country | 🇷🇼 Rwanda |
| State / Province | Western Province |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 87.8 inches (2,229 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Macuba
Macuba is a mid-size city in Rwanda (Western Province) with a population of 33,319. The city sits at an elevation of 5,292 feet (1,613 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kigali.
Climate in Macuba
Macuba has an average annual temperature of 19°C (66°F). The hottest month is Sep (20.2°C), the coldest is Jun (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1464 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above Rwanda avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 355 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,292 ft (1,613 m) |
| Area | 36.9 sq mi (95.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 903/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.2933°N, 29.1877°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 | - | - | 99 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nyiragongo (86 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 86 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 92 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 99 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 99 km |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 115 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 6.2 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 7.9 in | Wettest |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 6.1 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 5.6 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 6.4 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 5.5 in |
Macuba has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 60°F in January to 64°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 57.1 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.9") and July the driest (0.8").
Radio Stations near Macuba
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Okapi (CD) | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio Svein (CD) | radio comunitaria | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Macuba
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum of Environment |
Farmers Markets in Macuba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buhinga Market | |||||
| Ingurube Market | |||||
| Karongi Market | |||||
| Kibirizi market | |||||
| Kucyapa | |||||
| Rugali Market | |||||
| Rwesero Market | |||||
| Tyazo Market |
Airports Near Macuba
7 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 |
| Mwumba Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Macuba
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hanika |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Macuba
What is the population of Macuba?
Macuba has a population of 33,319 residents and is located in Rwanda. The population density is 903 people per square mile, spread across 36.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Macuba?
Macuba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.8 inches.