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Nyagatare, Rwanda
Eastern Province · Rwanda
Nyagatare is a mid-size city in Eastern Province, Rwanda with a population of 100,000. Elevation: 4,403 ft (1,342 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About Nyagatare
Nyagatare is a town in the North East of Rwanda. With a population of more than 100,000, it is one of the most populous settlements in the Eastern Province along with Rwamagana and Kibungo.
People
Climate
| Population | 100,000 |
| Population Density | 6,477 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,403 ft (1,342 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.2952°, 30.3226° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali |
| Country | 🇷🇼 Rwanda |
| State / Province | Eastern Province |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.6 inches (905 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nyagatare
Nyagatare is a mid-size city in Rwanda (Eastern Province) with a population of 100,000. The city sits at an elevation of 4,403 feet (1,342 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kigali.
Climate in Nyagatare
Nyagatare has an average annual temperature of 20.9°C (70°F). The hottest month is Sep (21.9°C), the coldest is Jun (20.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1331 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above Rwanda avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,403 ft (1,342 m) |
| Area | 15.4 sq mi (40.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,477/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.2952°N, 30.3226°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 | — | — | 125 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Muhavura (72 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 72 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 95 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 100 km |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 122 km |
| Bunyaruguru | Maar(s) | 1,554 m (5,098 ft) | Unknown | 125 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 125 km |
| Katwe-Kikorongo | Tuff cone(s) | 1,067 m (3,501 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 2.3 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 3.5 in |
Nyagatare has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 67°F in June to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.7") and July the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Nyagatare
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain View Academy | University | — | — |
Museums in Nyagatare
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Lakes Museum |
Farmers Markets in Nyagatare
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RUKOMO Market |
Clinics in Nyagatare
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Nyagatare
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Nyagatare
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kigali International Airport | KGL | Large Airport |
| Savannah Airstrip | KHX | Medium Airport |
| Gabiro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ibanda Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ishasha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kabale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kayonza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kisoro Airport | KXO | Small Airport |
| Mbarara Airport | MBQ | Small Airport |
| Milambi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ruhengeri Airport | RHG | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Nyagatare
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Nyagatare?
Nyagatare has a population of 100,000 residents and is located in Rwanda. The population density is 6,477 people per square mile, spread across 15.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nyagatare?
Nyagatare enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches.