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Mugina, Rwanda
Southern Province · Rwanda
Mugina is a small city in Southern Province, Rwanda with a population of 18,586. Elevation: 5,007 ft (1,526 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mugina
Mugina is a sector and town in Kamonyi District, Southern Province, Rwanda and a suburb of Kigali. The town had a population of 14,755 in the 2012 census, while the sector had a population of 45,894 in the 2022 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,586 |
| Population Density | 482 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,007 ft (1,526 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.1057°, 29.9417° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali |
| Country | 🇷🇼 Rwanda |
| State / Province | Southern Province |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.4 inches (849 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mugina
Mugina is a small city in Rwanda (Southern Province) with a population of 18,586. The city sits at an elevation of 5,007 feet (1,526 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kigali.
Climate in Mugina
Mugina has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1085 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.9°F |
| 26% above Rwanda avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 352 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,007 ft (1,526 m) |
| Area | 38.6 sq mi (99.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 482/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.1057°N, 29.9417°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 | - | - | 113 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Muhavura (86 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 86 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 86 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 88 km |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 101 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 113 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 5.1 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 in |
Mugina has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 66°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.2") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Mugina
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Mugina
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campaign Against Genocide Museum | ||||
| Campaign Against Genocide Museum | ||||
| Kandt House Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Kandt House Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Kigali Genocide Memorial | ||||
| Kigali Genocide Memorial | ||||
| Rwanda Art Museum |
Libraries in Mugina
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Centre de Documentation et de Pastorale | 0.0 | |||||
| Centre de Documentation et de Pastorale | 0.0 | |||||
| CST Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rotary Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mugina
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buringa Market | |||||
| COMO BUSINESS CENTER | |||||
| COMO BUSINESS CENTER | |||||
| Fruits market | |||||
| Fruits market | |||||
| Fruits shop | |||||
| Gahanga Market | |||||
| Kabeza Modern Market | |||||
| Kagugu Minimarket | |||||
| Kagugu Minimarket | |||||
| Kicukiro Market | |||||
| Kicukiro Market | |||||
| Kicukiro Nyanza Market | |||||
| Kicukiro Nyanza Market | |||||
| Kimironko Market | |||||
| Mu Itunda | |||||
| Nyamirambo Market Place | |||||
| Remera Market | |||||
| Remera Modern Market | |||||
| Remera Modern Market | |||||
| Zinia Market |
Clinics in Mugina
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Mugina
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kweza Craft Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Kweza Craft Brewery & Taproom |
Stadiums & Teams in Mugina
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Amahoro National Stadium | ||
| BK Arena | ||
| Kigali Pelé Stadium |
Airports Near Mugina
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Goma International Airport | GOM | Large Airport |
| Kigali International Airport | KGL | Large Airport |
| Gisenyi Airport | GYI | Medium Airport |
| Butare Airport | BTQ | Small Airport |
| Gabiro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gako Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kirundo Airport | KRE | Small Airport |
| Nemba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ruhengeri Airport | RHG | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Mugina
47 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Medical Diagnostics Clinic, Kigali | ||
| Ahn - Kigali Dialysis Center | ||
| Avega Clinic | ||
| Biryogo Health Centre | ||
| Bon Berger | ||
| Centre Médical Orkide | ||
| CHUK Clinic | ||
| Clinic Galien | ||
| Clinique Bien Naitre | ||
| Clinique Du Carrefour Gikondo | ||
| Deus Est Neuro-Rehabilitation Center And Clinics | ||
| Deva Medical Center | ||
| Doctors' Plaza Clinic | ||
| Don de Dieu Clinic | ||
| Frontier Diagnostic Center | ||
| Girubuzima Health Post | ||
| Glamerc Polyclinic | ||
| Harmony | ||
| Harmony Clinic | ||
| Horebu Medical Clinic | ||
| Ijabo Clinic | ||
| Iranzi Clinic- Birth Centre | ||
| Ivuriro James | ||
| Kanimba Hospital | ||
| Kigali Dermatology Centre | ||
| Kigali Medical Center (KMC) | ||
| La Life Polyclinic Ent(Orl) | ||
| Le Bon Samaritain | ||
| Le Sauveur Dispensary | ||
| Lifecare (Multi-Speciality Clinic) | ||
| Max Cure Clinic | ||
| Medical Stange Clinic | ||
| MILLO CLINIC | ||
| Nyampeta Ladislas | ||
| Nyarurenzi Health Centre | ||
| Nyarutarama Medical Center | ||
| Polyclinique Du Plateau | ||
| Polyclinique La Croix Du Sud | ||
| Premium Medical Clinic | ||
| Primo Clinic | ||
| Sainte Elisa Clinic | ||
| Salem Clinic | ||
| Solamer Kimihurura Clinic | ||
| Tetero Health Post | ||
| The Health Hub | ||
| Ur - Polyclinic | ||
| Viva Clinic Ritco |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mugina
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AEBR Gikumbi | |
| Mugina |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mugina
What is the population of Mugina?
Mugina has a population of 18,586 residents and is located in Rwanda. The population density is 482 people per square mile, spread across 38.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mugina?
Mugina enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.4 inches.