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Mukamira, Rwanda

Western Province · Rwanda

Mukamira is a small city in Western Province, Rwanda with a population of 19,021. Elevation: 7,657 ft (2,334 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

19,021 Population 1,416/sq mi density
7,657 ft Elevation 2,334 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
55.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kigali Timezone

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About Mukamira

Mukamira is a town and sector in Western Province, Rwanda. The town is the capital of Nyabihu District.

People

Population19,021
Density1,416/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain55.7 in/yr
Sunny Days354/yr
Elevation7,657 ft (2,334 m)
Population19,021
Population Density1,416 / sq mi
Elevation7,657 ft (2,334 m)
Coordinates-1.6111°, 29.4969°
TimezoneAfrica/Kigali
Country🇷🇼 Rwanda
State / ProvinceWestern Province
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation55.7 inches (1,415 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mukamira

Mukamira is a small city in Rwanda (Western Province) with a population of 19,021. The city sits at an elevation of 7,657 feet (2,334 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kigali.

Climate in Mukamira

Mukamira has an average annual temperature of 17.5°C (64°F). The hottest month is Mar (18°C), the coldest is Jul (16.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1929 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.2°C / 63°F 12.1° / 23.5° 145.3
Feb 17.8°C / 64°F 12.3° / 24.4° 136.5
Mar 18°C / 64°F 12.2° / 24.9° 221.0
Apr 17.8°C / 64°F 12.7° / 24.1° 249.9
May 17.7°C / 64°F 12.3° / 23.7° 145.0
Jun 16.6°C / 62°F 10.4° / 22.7° 85.4
Jul 16.5°C / 62°F 10° / 23.1° 45.6
Aug 17.6°C / 64°F 10.3° / 24.1° 72.1
Sep 18°C / 64°F 12.4° / 24.5° 152.3
Oct 17.8°C / 64°F 12.1° / 24.3° 195.4
Nov 17.4°C / 63°F 12.8° / 23.6° 302.9
Dec 17.3°C / 63°F 12.5° / 23.4° 177.6
Mukamira experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 354 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,657 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below Rwanda avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days354 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,657 ft (2,334 m)
Area13.4 sq mi (34.8 km²)
Population Density1,416/sq mi
Coordinates-1.6111°N, 29.4969°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kigali

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.7"
47% above Rwanda avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 8.50"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

113 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M0.0 on May 4, 2025.

Oct 24, 2002 34 km SW of Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo M6.2 63 km
Feb 3, 2008 20 km N of Cyangugu, Rwanda M5.9 101 km
Aug 7, 2015 37 km N of Cyangugu, Rwanda M5.8 89 km
Oct 24, 2002 28 km SSW of Sake, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.5 62 km
Aug 7, 2015 43 km N of Cyangugu, Rwanda M5.5 81 km
Sep 4, 1990 72 km SSW of Butembo, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.4 134 km
Feb 14, 2008 8 km N of Cyangugu, Rwanda M5.3 109 km
Aug 5, 2003 46 km NNW of Ntungamo, Uganda M5.2 121 km
Jan 22, 2002 8 km NW of Sake, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.2 57 km
Mar 20, 2003 Rwanda - Burundi region M5.2 90 km
Apr 29, 1995 56 km WNW of Sake, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.1 105 km
Jan 20, 2002 13 km SSW of Sake, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.1 58 km
Jan 21, 2002 22 km S of Sake, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.1 54 km
Feb 4, 2016 69 km W of Sake, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.1 120 km
Feb 3, 2008 11 km NE of Cyangugu, Rwanda M5.0 106 km
Sep 15, 2017 24 km S of Kabare, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.0 145 km
Oct 24, 2002 37 km W of Kibuye, Rwanda M5.0 70 km
Jan 28, 2010 50 km W of Ntungamo, Uganda M4.9 86 km
Sep 28, 1993 21 km W of Kabare, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.9 142 km
Feb 3, 2008 22 km NNE of Cyangugu, Rwanda M4.9 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1938 NYAMURAGIRA Astronomical 40 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Karisimbi (13 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Karisimbi Stratovolcano 4,490 m (14,731 ft) -8050 13 km
Visoke Stratovolcano 3,696 m (12,126 ft) 1957 17 km
Nyiragongo Stratovolcano 3,470 m (11,385 ft) 2020 29 km
Muhavura Stratovolcano 4,103 m (13,461 ft) Unknown 32 km
Nyamuragira Shield 3,058 m (10,033 ft) 2020 40 km
Bunyaruguru Maar(s) 1,554 m (5,098 ft) Unknown 170 km
Katwe-Kikorongo Tuff cone(s) 1,067 m (3,501 ft) Unknown 177 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (9°C) 4.8 in Coldest
February 58°F (14°C) 5.4 in
March 57°F (14°C) 6.5 in
April 57°F (14°C) 8.5 in Wettest
May 56°F (14°C) 6.2 in
June 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in
July 50°F (10°C) 1.1 in Driest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in Warmest
September 58°F (14°C) 5.5 in
October 57°F (14°C) 6.2 in
November 57°F (14°C) 6.7 in
December 57°F (14°C) 5.9 in

Mukamira has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 49°F in January to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 61.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (8.5") and July the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Mukamira

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rwanda Coding Academy
Groupe Scolaire Rambura-Fille
Groupe Scolaire St Raphael Rambura
Groupe Scolaire Rambura Garcons
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Museums in Mukamira

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
Karisoke Exhibition
Ross Carr Museum And Gardens

Farmers Markets in Mukamira

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Brasserie
Guriro Market
Jenda Centre
Kora Market
Mahoko Market
Mukamira Market
Musanze Agricultural products markets
Ngororero Market
Rubavu Market

Cafes in Mukamira

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ibiscus coffee shop

Clinics in Mukamira

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jenda Health Post
Ryinyo Health Post
Shyira Health Centre

Bus Stations in Mukamira

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mukamira Bus Station
Mukamira Taxi Park

Gas Stations in Mukamira

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RW #6267690003

Stadiums & Teams in Mukamira

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Mukamira

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Goma International AirportGOMLarge Airport
Kigali International AirportKGLLarge Airport
Bukavu Kavumu AirportBKYMedium Airport
Gisenyi AirportGYIMedium Airport
Gako AirportSmall Airport
Kabale AirportSmall Airport
Katale AirportSmall Airport
Kayonza AirportSmall Airport
Kisoro AirportKXOSmall Airport
Nemba AirportSmall Airport
Ruhengeri AirportRHGSmall Airport
Rutshuru AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mukamira

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parish of Rambura
Rambura

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Kigali

🇷🇼 About Rwanda

Capital Kigali
Population 12,301,939
Area 26,338 km²
GDP (USD) $14,331,722,703
GDP per capita $1,027
HDI 0.548
Life expectancy 67.8 years
Internet users 34.2%
Urban population 28.9%
Currency RWF (Franc)
Languages English, French, Kinyarwanda
Calling code +250
TLD .rw
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mukamira

What is the population of Mukamira?

Mukamira has a population of 19,021 residents and is located in Rwanda. The population density is 1,416 people per square mile, spread across 13.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mukamira?

Mukamira has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.7 inches.

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