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Muyinga, Burundi

Muyinga · Burundi

Muyinga is a small city in Muyinga, Burundi with a population of 14,869. Elevation: 5,764 ft (1,757 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

14,869 Population 47/sq mi density
5,764 ft Elevation 1,757 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
38.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Bujumbura Timezone

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About Muyinga

Muyinga is a city located in northern Burundi. It is the capital city of Muyinga Province. It lies at an altitude of 1,731 m and has a population of 100,715.

People

Population14,869
Density47/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation5,764 ft (1,757 m)
Population14,869
Population Density47 / sq mi
Elevation5,764 ft (1,757 m)
Coordinates-2.8451°, 30.3414°
TimezoneAfrica/Bujumbura
Country🇧🇮 Burundi
State / ProvinceMuyinga
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation38.9 inches (988 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Muyinga

Muyinga is a small city in Burundi (Muyinga) with a population of 14,869. The city sits at an elevation of 5,764 feet (1,757 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bujumbura.

Climate in Muyinga

Muyinga 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 1152 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 123.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 120.4
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 144.4
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 198.5
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 92.8
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 12.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 4.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 29.7
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 67.5
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 106.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 144.8
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 107.9
Muyinga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 265 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 38.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,764 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.4°F
25% above Burundi avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,764 ft (1,757 m)
Area318.1 sq mi (823.8 km²)
Population Density47/sq mi
Coordinates-2.8451°N, 30.3414°W
TimezoneAfrica/Bujumbura

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.9"
2% above Burundi avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 6.69"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

23 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2.

Mar 20, 2003 Rwanda - Burundi region M5.2 99 km
Mar 9, 1994 14 km N of Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO, Rwanda M4.8 131 km
Apr 5, 2003 12 km SSE of Mwaro, Burundi M4.8 108 km
Aug 11, 1993 16 km S of Bujumbura, Burundi M4.8 133 km
Sep 23, 2016 24 km SE of Cyangugu, Rwanda M4.8 144 km
Feb 11, 1997 18 km N of Cibitoke, Burundi M4.7 137 km
Apr 3, 2011 17 km SW of Mwaro, Burundi M4.7 120 km
May 16, 2004 16 km WNW of Kayanza, Burundi M4.7 95 km
Feb 24, 2004 14 km SSW of Muramvya, Burundi M4.7 106 km
Jan 19, 2002 25 km W of Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO, Rwanda M4.6 132 km
Jan 24, 2021 18 km ESE of Bujumbura, Burundi M4.5 116 km
Feb 24, 2004 15 km S of Muramvya, Burundi M4.5 104 km
Sep 24, 2023 16 km NNW of Nzega, Rwanda M4.5 111 km
Jan 4, 2025 19 km W of Bubanza, Burundi M4.5 127 km
Mar 1, 1992 30 km SW of Kibuye, Rwanda M4.5 149 km
May 21, 2015 12 km S of Gitega, Burundi M4.4 90 km
Jul 3, 2006 18 km N of Uvira, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.4 141 km
Jul 16, 2020 22 km N of Cibitoke, Burundi M4.4 139 km
May 26, 2021 28 km ESE of Gisenyi, Rwanda M4.2 149 km
Apr 8, 2006 4 km ENE of Nzega, Rwanda M4.2 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Muhavura (179 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Muhavura Stratovolcano 4,103 m (13,461 ft) Unknown 179 km
Karisimbi Stratovolcano 4,490 m (14,731 ft) -8050 179 km
Visoke Stratovolcano 3,696 m (12,126 ft) 1957 181 km
Nyiragongo Stratovolcano 3,470 m (11,385 ft) 2020 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 4.3 in
February 67°F (20°C) 4.3 in
March 67°F (19°C) 5.2 in
April 67°F (19°C) 6.7 in Wettest
May 67°F (20°C) 3.4 in
June 67°F (19°C) 0.4 in
July 67°F (20°C) 0.1 in Driest
August 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in
September 69°F (21°C) 1.5 in Warmest
October 68°F (20°C) 2.9 in
November 67°F (19°C) 4.9 in Coldest
December 67°F (19°C) 4.8 in

Muyinga has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 67°F in November to 69°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 38.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.7") and July the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Muyinga

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
E.P KINYOTA, UC Kinyota - - - -
Séminaire - - - -
Ishule - - - -
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Radio Stations near Muyinga

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ishizwe FM (TZ) - MP3

Farmers Markets in Muyinga

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Isoko
Marché Central MUYINGA

Hotels in Muyinga

22 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU 108
AUBERGE CENTRAL DE MUYINGA
AUBERGE NTERERE
BENITHO GUEST HOUSE
BICUNDA GUEST HOUSE
CAMPANIL GUEST HOUSE
CITY GUEST HOUSE
ESPERANCE HOTEL
GREEN HILLS HOTEL
GUEST HOUSE NOTRE DAME DE LOURDE
Horeb Hôtel
HORIZON MAISON DE PASSAGE
Icizanye
ICIZANYE HOTEL
ISHIMWE HOTEL
KILIMANDJARO
KUGAHIMBARE HOTEL
LA PERLE HOTEL
MAISON DE PASSAGE AMAHORO
SAFARI LODGE
SAGESSE GUEST HOUSE
SUNSHINE HOTEL

Cinemas in Muyinga

2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Salle de Cinéma
Salle de Cinéma

Banks in Muyinga

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BBCI Bank
BCB Bank
BGF Muyinga
IBB Bank

Airports Near Muyinga

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gitega AirportGIDMedium Airport
Butare AirportBTQSmall Airport
Gako Airport-Small Airport
Kibondo Airport-Small Airport
Kirundo AirportKRESmall Airport
Mwumba Airport-Small Airport
Nemba Airport-Small Airport
Ngara Airport-Small Airport
Ruyigi Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Muyinga

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cathédrale anglicane
PAROISSE BUTATU BWERANDA

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Bujumbura
Elevation
1,575 m (5,168 ft)
Area
998.1 km² (385.3 mi²)

🇧🇮 About Burundi

Capital Gitega
Population 11,175,378
Area 27,830 km²
GDP (USD) $3,430,949,250
GDP per capita $251
HDI 0.426
Life expectancy 63.7 years
Internet users 11.1%
Urban population 23.6%
Currency BIF (Franc)
Languages French, Kirundi
Calling code +257
TLD .bi
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Muyinga

What is the population of Muyinga?

Muyinga has a population of 14,869 residents and is located in Burundi. The population density is 47 people per square mile, spread across 318.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Muyinga?

Muyinga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.9 inches.

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