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Ruhango, Rwanda
Southern Province · Rwanda
Ruhango is a small city in Southern Province, Rwanda with a population of 21,478. Elevation: 5,587 ft (1,703 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ruhango
Ruhango is a sector and town in Southern Province, Rwanda. The town is the capital of the Ruhango District.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,478 |
| Population Density | 609 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,587 ft (1,703 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.2246°, 29.7909° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali |
| Country | 🇷🇼 Rwanda |
| State / Province | Southern 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 Ruhango
Ruhango is a small city in Rwanda (Southern Province) with a population of 21,478. The city sits at an elevation of 5,587 feet (1,703 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 Ruhango
Ruhango has an average annual temperature of 19.7°C (67°F). The hottest month is Sep (20.8°C), the coldest is Jun (18.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1449 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 | 5,587 ft (1,703 m) |
| Area | 35.3 sq mi (91.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 609/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.2246°N, 29.7909°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 | - | - | 112 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Karisimbi (88 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 88 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 92 km |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 94 km |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 99 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 112 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 7.7 in | Wettest |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 5.8 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 4.2 in |
Ruhango has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 66°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.7") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Ruhango
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nyundo School | - | - | - | - |
| Bethel College de Ruhango | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ruhango
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Ruhango
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's Palace Museum | ||||
| Kwigira Museum |
Farmers Markets in Ruhango
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buringa Market | |||||
| Nyamagabe Market | |||||
| Rugogwe |
Bus Stations in Ruhango
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ruhango
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ruhango
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ruhango
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Goma International Airport | GOM | Large Airport |
| Kigali International Airport | KGL | Large Airport |
| Gisenyi Airport | GYI | Medium 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 |
| Ruhengeri Airport | RHG | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ruhango
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Iposita |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ruhango
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ruhango | |
| Seven Day adventist , Mujyejuru Parish |
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What is the population of Ruhango?
Ruhango has a population of 21,478 residents and is located in Rwanda. The population density is 609 people per square mile, spread across 35.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ruhango?
Ruhango 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.