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Nyamata, Rwanda
Eastern Province · Rwanda
Nyamata is a small city in Eastern Province, Rwanda with a population of 21,509. Elevation: 4,839 ft (1,475 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Nyamata
Nyamata is a town and sector in the Bugesera District, southeastern Rwanda. Nyamata literally means 'place of milk' from the two Kinyarwanda words nya- 'of' and amata 'milk'. It is the location of the Nyamata Genocide Memorial, commemorating the Rwandan genocide of 1994.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,509 |
| Population Density | 586 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,839 ft (1,475 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.2042°, 30.1449° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali |
| Country | 🇷🇼 Rwanda |
| State / Province | Eastern 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 Nyamata
Nyamata is a small city in Rwanda (Eastern Province) with a population of 21,509. The city sits at an elevation of 4,839 feet (1,475 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 Nyamata
Nyamata 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 | 4,839 ft (1,475 m) |
| Area | 36.7 sq mi (95.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 586/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.2042°N, 30.1449°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 | - | - | 137 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Muhavura (105 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 105 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 110 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 111 km |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 125 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 137 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 6.8 in | Wettest |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 3.6 in |
Nyamata has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 66°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.8") and July the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Nyamata
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Nyamata
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nyamata Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyamata Technical School | - | - | - | - |
| AEBR Nyabagandwa Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Nyamata
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Nyamata
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rwanda Art Museum |
Libraries in Nyamata
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CST Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Nyamata
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fruits market | |||||
| Fruits market | |||||
| Fruits shop | |||||
| Gahanga Market | |||||
| Kabeza Modern Market | |||||
| Kicukiro Market | |||||
| Kicukiro Market | |||||
| Kicukiro Nyanza Market | |||||
| Kicukiro Nyanza Market | |||||
| Mu Itunda | |||||
| Nyamirambo Market Place | |||||
| Nzige Market Place | |||||
| Remera Market | |||||
| Remera Modern Market | |||||
| Remera Modern Market | |||||
| Zinia Market |
Hotels in Nyamata
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nyamata
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Nyamata
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nyamata
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nyamata
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Nyamata
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kweza Craft Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Kweza Craft Brewery & Taproom |
Stadiums & Teams in Nyamata
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Amahoro National Stadium | ||
| Kigali Pelé Stadium |
Airports Near Nyamata
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kigali International Airport | KGL | Large Airport |
| Butare Airport | BTQ | Small Airport |
| Gabiro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gako Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kirundo Airport | KRE | Small Airport |
| Mwumba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nemba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ruhengeri Airport | RHG | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nyamata
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Iposita |
Treatment Centers in Nyamata
23 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Avega Clinic | ||
| Biryogo Health Centre | ||
| Bon Berger | ||
| Centre Médical Orkide | ||
| CHUK Clinic | ||
| Clinique Du Carrefour Gikondo | ||
| Deus Est Neuro-Rehabilitation Center And Clinics | ||
| Don de Dieu Clinic | ||
| Girubuzima Health Post | ||
| Glamerc Polyclinic | ||
| Horebu Medical Clinic | ||
| Ijabo Clinic | ||
| Ivuriro James | ||
| Le Bon Samaritain | ||
| Le Sauveur Dispensary | ||
| Max Cure Clinic | ||
| Medical Stange Clinic | ||
| Nyampeta Ladislas | ||
| Polyclinique Du Plateau | ||
| Polyclinique La Croix Du Sud | ||
| The Health Hub | ||
| Ur - Polyclinic | ||
| Viva Clinic Ritco |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nyamata
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AEBR Bugesera | |
| AEBR Bugesera (Nyabagadwa Parish) | |
| AEBR Gitwe | |
| Nyamata Church - Genocide Memorial | |
| Rilima |
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What is the population of Nyamata?
Nyamata has a population of 21,509 residents and is located in Rwanda. The population density is 586 people per square mile, spread across 36.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nyamata?
Nyamata 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.