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Rubirizi, Uganda

Western Region · Uganda

Rubirizi is a small city in Western Region, Uganda with a population of 9,100. Elevation: 4,390 ft (1,338 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

9,100 Population 13/sq mi density
4,390 ft Elevation 1,338 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
40.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone

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About Rubirizi

Rubirizi

Rubirizi, sometimes spelled Rubiriizi, is a town in Rubirizi District, Ankole sub-region, Western Uganda. The town is the main municipal, administrative and commercial center of Rubirizi District. The district is named after the town.

People

Population9,100
Density13/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation4,390 ft (1,338 m)
Population9,100
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation4,390 ft (1,338 m)
Coordinates-0.2989°, 30.1336°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceWestern Region
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation40.2 inches (1,021 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Rubirizi

Rubirizi is a small city in Uganda (Western Region) with a population of 9,100. The city sits at an elevation of 4,390 feet (1,338 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.

Rubirizi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 263 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 40.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,390 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average71.6°F
33% above Uganda avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,390 ft (1,338 m)
Area704.8 sq mi (1,825.3 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates-0.2989°N, 30.1336°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.2"
6% above Uganda avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.16"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

73 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.5 on May 4, 2025.

Feb 5, 1994 13 km SSW of Bundibugyo, Uganda M6.2 100 km
Sep 4, 1990 72 km SSW of Butembo, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.4 118 km
Mar 24, 1996 15 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M5.4 96 km
Jul 30, 2017 52 km SSW of Kilembe, Uganda M5.3 40 km
Jun 29, 2001 11 km NNW of Kilembe, Uganda M5.3 68 km
Apr 27, 2006 17 km NNE of Kilembe, Uganda M5.2 71 km
Aug 5, 2003 46 km NNW of Ntungamo, Uganda M5.2 80 km
May 29, 2006 17 km N of Kasese, Uganda M4.9 71 km
Oct 18, 1993 7 km WSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 104 km
Oct 18, 2009 18 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 96 km
Feb 14, 2022 12 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 96 km
Jan 31, 2001 3 km SE of Beni, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.9 111 km
Mar 20, 1994 24 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 85 km
Jan 28, 2010 50 km W of Ntungamo, Uganda M4.9 124 km
Nov 20, 2012 51 km N of Rukungiri, Uganda M4.8 25 km
Aug 15, 1998 12 km WNW of Bundibugyo, Uganda M4.8 119 km
Feb 5, 2004 34 km W of Muhororo, Uganda M4.8 144 km
Jan 4, 2002 46 km SW of Kilembe, Uganda M4.8 46 km
Dec 15, 1990 26 km E of Butembo, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.7 86 km
Mar 27, 2023 Lake Edward region, Congo-Uganda M4.7 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bunyaruguru (13 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bunyaruguru Maar(s) 1,554 m (5,098 ft) Unknown 13 km
Katwe-Kikorongo Tuff cone(s) 1,067 m (3,501 ft) Unknown 34 km
Fort Portal Tuff cone(s) 1,615 m (5,299 ft) -2120 112 km
Muhavura Stratovolcano 4,103 m (13,461 ft) Unknown 131 km
Visoke Stratovolcano 3,696 m (12,126 ft) 1957 148 km
Karisimbi Stratovolcano 4,490 m (14,731 ft) -8050 154 km
Nyamuragira Shield 3,058 m (10,033 ft) 2020 161 km
Nyiragongo Stratovolcano 3,470 m (11,385 ft) 2020 168 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.7 in
February 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in Warmest
March 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in
April 72°F (22°C) 4.9 in
May 72°F (22°C) 3.8 in
June 71°F (22°C) 1.6 in
July 71°F (22°C) 1.1 in Driest
August 72°F (22°C) 3.0 in
September 72°F (22°C) 4.8 in
October 71°F (22°C) 5.0 in
November 71°F (22°C) 5.2 in Wettest
December 71°F (22°C) 3.2 in Coldest

Rubirizi has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 71°F in December to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 40.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Rubirizi

98+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Nyamabare International Primary School
Rugazi Parents' Primary School
Rugazi Central School
Rugando Primary School
Rubirizi Secondary School
Rubirizi Model Primary School
Roadberry Nursery and Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
P'ninra Memorial Central School
Nyaruharo Nutrition School
Nyanzaibiri Junior School
Nyangorogoro Primary School
Rugyenda Moslem Primary School
Nyakiyanja Primary School
Nyakatunga Primary School
Nyakatunga Parents Primary
Nyakasozi Nutrition School
Nyabwiina Church School
Nyabubare Islamic Quaran Primary School
Nshooko Primary School
Ndekye Secondary School
Ndekye Primary School Boarding and Day
Ndekye Parents' Nursery and Primary School
Mushumba Primary School
Saint Joseph Primary School
Ndagaro Primary School
Kikonko Church School
Kikonko Catholic Church School
White Stars Nursery School
Unique High School
Trinity Preparatory School
Top Hill Primary School
Spice Institute
Rise and Shine Day Care Centre
Saint Thomas Vocational and Secondary School
Saint Michael High School
Mushangi Primary School
Saint John's Primary School
Saint Gloria's Primary School
Saint Andrews Highland Preparatory School
Standard Primary School
Saint Agnes Preparatory School
Ryeru Boys' School
Rwentura Nursery & Primary School
Rwentuha Girls' School
Rwemitagu Primary School
Rutoto College
Rumuri Primary School
Busonga Parents Primary School
Kabukwiri Primary School
Green Hill Nursery and Primary School
Good Price Academic Institute
Good Hope Nursery and Primary School
Golden Primary School
Gift and Angel Nursery and Primary School
Corp School
Cope Centre Primary School
Computer Training Centre
Comprehensive Secondary School
Buzenga Primary School
Butoha Primary School
Kakindo Primary School
Busingye Memorial Primary School
Bunyaruguru Vocational College
Buhinda Primary School
Buhinda Church of Uganda School
Bright Star Primary School
Bright Future Preparatory School
Bright Future Nursery And Primary School
All Saints Preparatory School
All Saints Preparatory Primary School
Air Base Nursery and Primary School
Kyambura Primary School
Kirugu Moslem Primary School
Mugyera Primary School
Mugogo Primary School
Mubanda Primary School
Mikonebiri Primary School
Kyenzaza Integrated Primary School
Kyeizogombe Primary School
Kyaruganda Wilfries Nursery and Primary School
Kyankaranga Church School
Kishaaru Primary School
Kirugu Secondary School
Kirugu Primary School
Kyambura Jamal Islamic Muslim Primary School
Kikumbo Primary School
Kikumbo Parents Primary School
Kichwamba Primary School
Kichwamba High School
Katerera Seventh-day Adventist Primary School
Katanda Primary School
Kataara Parents Primary School
Kastyoha Primary School
Karangizi Muslim Infant Primary School
Kanywero Primary School
Kanyanshande Primary School
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Libraries in Rubirizi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Block0.0
Kiu new library0.0
Kiu western campus library0.0

Farmers Markets in Rubirizi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Basajjabalaba market
Kihembe brothers Nile brewaries Western distributer

Hotels in Rubirizi

17 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dave the Cave
Eganzi Game Lodge
Hotel Deluxe Rubirizi
Jacana Lodge
Jacana Safari Lodge
Katara Lodge
Katara Lodge
Kingfisher Lodge
Kingfisher Safari Lodge
Kyambura Game Lodge
Kyambura Gorge Lodge
Kyangabi Crater Resort
Lights of kazinga homestay
Pumba Safari Cottages
Queen Elizabeth Lodge
The Baboon Safari Resort
Twin Lake Safari Lodge

Cinemas in Rubirizi

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mukundu Video Hall

Gas Stations in Rubirizi

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rubirizi Total Energies
UG #10804379969

Stadiums & Teams in Rubirizi

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Airports Near Rubirizi

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Savannah AirstripKHXMedium Airport
Ishango AirportSmall Airport
Ishasha AirportSmall Airport
Kasese AirportKSESmall Airport
Kayonza AirportSmall Airport
Mbarara AirportMBQSmall Airport
Mweya AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Kampala
Elevation
1,300 m (4,265 ft)

🇺🇬 About Uganda

Capital Kampala
Population 42,723,139
Area 236,040 km²
GDP (USD) $48,768,955,863
GDP per capita $1,002
HDI 0.550
Life expectancy 68.3 years
Internet users 15.3%
Urban population 30.6%
Currency UGX (Shilling)
Languages English, Swahili
Calling code +256
TLD .ug
Driving side left

Volcanoes Near Rubirizi

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Bunyaruguru Maar(s) 1,554 m

Public Holidays in Uganda

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Liberation Day Liberation Day
Feb 16 Archbishop Janani Luwum Day Archbishop Janani Luwum Day
Mar 8 International Women's Day International Women's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
Jun 3 Martyrs' Day Martyrs' Day
Jun 9 National Heroes' Day National Heroes' Day
Oct 9 Independence Day Independence Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rubirizi

What is the population of Rubirizi?

Rubirizi has a population of 9,100 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 704.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Rubirizi?

Rubirizi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches.

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