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Musanze, Rwanda
Northern Province · Rwanda
Musanze is a large city in Northern Province, Rwanda with a population of 153,368. Elevation: 6,066 ft (1,849 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
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About Musanze
Musanze is a sector, located in the district of the same name, in Northern Province, Rwanda, with a population of 47,720.
People
Climate
| Population | 153,368 |
| Population Density | 15,414 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,066 ft (1,849 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.4998°, 29.6350° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali |
| Country | 🇷🇼 Rwanda |
| State / Province | Northern Province |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.7 inches (1,415 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Musanze
Musanze is a large city in Rwanda (Northern Province) with a population of 153,368. The city sits at an elevation of 6,066 feet (1,849 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 Musanze
Musanze 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below Rwanda avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 354 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,066 ft (1,849 m) |
| Area | 10.0 sq mi (25.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 15,414/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.4998°N, 29.6350°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 | — | — | 49 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Muhavura (14 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 14 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 17 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 21 km |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 43 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 49 km |
| Bunyaruguru | Maar(s) | 1,554 m (5,098 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
| Katwe-Kikorongo | Tuff cone(s) | 1,067 m (3,501 ft) | Unknown | 161 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 5.7 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 5.3 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 5.9 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 6.4 in | |
| December | 58°F (15°C) | 5.2 in |
Musanze has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 49°F in January to 59°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 56.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (8.0") and July the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Musanze
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Institute of Applied Sciences Ruhengeri | University | — | — |
| Musanze Polytechnic | University | — | Visit → |
| National Police College | College | — | — |
Schools in Musanze
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gahondogo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kabaya Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Primary school Bukane | — | — | — | — |
| Muhabura integreted polytechnic college | — | — | — | — |
| École Techique de Formation Professionnelle | — | — | — | — |
| AEBR Musanze School | — | — | — | — |
| Primary School Shashi | — | — | — | — |
| Susa II Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| ND Fatima Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Excel Daycare and Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| Gashangiro II Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mubona Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gasiza Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rugeshi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kanza Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sciences School | — | — | — | — |
| Sunrise Highschool | — | — | — | — |
| Rwanda Peace Academy | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Musanze
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Musanze
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund | ||||
| Karisoke Exhibition | ||||
| Kigezi Home of Culture | ||||
| Ross Carr Museum And Gardens |
Libraries in Musanze
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kisoro Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Musanze
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biizi Trading centre | |||||
| Bunagana Markert | |||||
| Buturanya Training center | |||||
| Gatete market | |||||
| Gicuzi Market | |||||
| Gisasa | |||||
| Guriro Market | |||||
| Iryaruhuri Market | |||||
| Jenda Centre | |||||
| Kabaya Market | |||||
| Kalele | |||||
| Kanombe Market | |||||
| Kisoro Market | |||||
| Kisoro Old Market | |||||
| Kora Market | |||||
| Kukubo centre(muhima) | |||||
| Marché de Ndamugenga | |||||
| Mgahinga Irish potato multiplication farm | |||||
| Mubuga Bussines Center | |||||
| Mukamira Market | |||||
| Mukyibaya market | |||||
| Musanze Agricultural products markets | |||||
| Nateete | |||||
| Nkukigezi market | |||||
| Nyakagezi trading centre | |||||
| Rambura market | |||||
| Rasha Bussines Center | |||||
| Robert amazing Grace saloon | |||||
| Rusiza market | |||||
| Sereri Market Center |
Hotels in Musanze
24 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Musanze
18 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Musanze
7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Musanze
5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Musanze
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Musanze
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Musanze
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Musanze
10 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Musanze
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Musanze
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Goma International Airport | GOM | Large Airport |
| Kigali International Airport | KGL | Large Airport |
| Gisenyi Airport | GYI | Medium Airport |
| Gabiro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gako Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kabale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Katale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Katanda Rusthuru Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kayonza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kisoro Airport | KXO | Small Airport |
| Ruhengeri Airport | RHG | Small Airport |
| Rutshuru Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rwindi Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Musanze
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Musanze Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Musanze
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 7th Day Adventist church | |
| ADPR Bukane | |
| AEBR Musanze | |
| Anglican Cathedral | |
| Church | |
| NNyakimama | |
| Rwaza |
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Quick Facts
Around Musanze
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Musanze
8 places within 15 km
- • Grotte des Commandos
- • Musanze Caves, main entrance
- • Musanze Caves, second entrance
- • Mazinga
- • Mount Sabyinyo 1st Peak
- • Mount Sabyinyo 2nd Peak
- • Mount Sabyinyo 3rd Peak
- • Mugogo
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What is the population of Musanze?
Musanze has a population of 153,368 residents and is located in Rwanda. The population density is 15,414 people per square mile, spread across 10.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Musanze?
Musanze 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.