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Mahembe, Rwanda
Western Province · Rwanda
Mahembe is a small city in Western Province, Rwanda with a population of 20,043. Elevation: 5,830 ft (1,777 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 20,043 |
| Population Density | 829 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,830 ft (1,777 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.2386°, 29.2929° |
| 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 Mahembe
Mahembe is a small city in Rwanda (Western Province) with a population of 20,043. The city sits at an elevation of 5,830 feet (1,777 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 Mahembe
Mahembe 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 | 5,830 ft (1,777 m) |
| Area | 24.2 sq mi (62.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 829/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.2386°N, 29.2929°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 | - | - | 93 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nyiragongo (80 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 80 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 83 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 89 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 93 km |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 104 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (14°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 | 58°F (14°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 |
Mahembe has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 56°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").
Schools in Mahembe
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mukungu | - | - | - | - |
| GS Nyarutagara | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Mahembe
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Okapi (CD) | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio Svein (CD) | radio comunitaria | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Mahembe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum of Environment |
Libraries in Mahembe
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ubumenyi | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mahembe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buhinga Market | |||||
| Ingurube Market | |||||
| Karongi Market | |||||
| Kibirizi market | |||||
| Rugali Market | |||||
| Rwesero Market | |||||
| Tyazo Market |
Hotels in Mahembe
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mahembe
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mahembe
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 |
| Mwumba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ruhengeri Airport | RHG | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mahembe
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mugunero |
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What is the population of Mahembe?
Mahembe has a population of 20,043 residents and is located in Rwanda. The population density is 829 people per square mile, spread across 24.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mahembe?
Mahembe 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.