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Rumonge, Burundi

Rumonge · Burundi

Rumonge is a mid-size city in Rumonge, Burundi with a population of 55,599. Elevation: 2,592 ft (790 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

55,599 Population 175/sq mi density
2,592 ft Elevation 790 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
43.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Bujumbura Timezone

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About Rumonge

Rumonge is the capital city of Rumonge Province, Burundi, and a port on the shores of Lake Tanganyika. It is a significant transit point on the lake for trade into Burundi and other parts of East Africa.

People

Population55,599
Density175/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation2,592 ft (790 m)
Population55,599
Population Density175 / sq mi
Elevation2,592 ft (790 m)
Coordinates-3.9736°, 29.4386°
TimezoneAfrica/Bujumbura
Country🇧🇮 Burundi
State / ProvinceRumonge
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation43.2 inches (1,098 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Rumonge

Rumonge is a mid-size city in Burundi (Rumonge) with a population of 55,599. The city sits at an elevation of 2,592 feet (790 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bujumbura.

Climate in Rumonge

Rumonge has an average annual temperature of 23.5°C (74°F). The hottest month is Sep (25.3°C), the coldest is Jul (22.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1670 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.1°C / 74°F 19.4° / 29.5° 152.9
Feb 23.6°C / 74°F 19.6° / 30.1° 174.0
Mar 23.7°C / 75°F 19.7° / 30.2° 208.5
Apr 23.2°C / 74°F 19.6° / 28.5° 190.5
May 23.1°C / 74°F 18.9° / 28.3° 70.7
Jun 22.3°C / 72°F 17.2° / 27.7° 18.3
Jul 22.2°C / 72°F 16.1° / 28.3° 12.9
Aug 23.9°C / 75°F 17.1° / 30.4° 21.6
Sep 25.3°C / 77°F 19.6° / 31.8° 46.2
Oct 24.9°C / 77°F 20.2° / 31.6° 158.7
Nov 23.5°C / 74°F 19.8° / 30° 371.2
Dec 23°C / 73°F 19.6° / 28.9° 244.2
Rumonge has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,592 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average72.9°F
35% above Burundi avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,592 ft (790 m)
Area317.7 sq mi (822.9 km²)
Population Density175/sq mi
Coordinates-3.9736°N, 29.4386°W
TimezoneAfrica/Bujumbura

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.2"
14% above Burundi avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 7.32"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jul 28, 2025 33 km NW of Rumonge, Burundi M5.2 34 km
Jul 31, 1993 128 km WSW of Rumonge, Burundi M5.0 128 km
Sep 18, 1990 10 km SSE of Rumonge, Burundi M5.0 11 km
Aug 11, 1993 16 km S of Bujumbura, Burundi M4.8 50 km
Apr 5, 2003 12 km SSE of Mwaro, Burundi M4.8 53 km
Aug 4, 2023 25 km S of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.8 128 km
Dec 24, 2012 112 km WSW of Uvira, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.8 131 km
Sep 1, 2003 30 km ESE of Makamba, Burundi M4.8 75 km
May 2, 2024 16 km W of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.8 100 km
Jun 19, 2008 29 km NW of Mwandiga, Tanzania M4.7 72 km
Jun 10, 2006 26 km WNW of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.7 93 km
Feb 15, 1991 111 km WSW of Rumonge, Burundi M4.7 112 km
Feb 14, 2022 41 km SSW of Rumonge, Burundi M4.7 42 km
Feb 24, 2004 14 km SSW of Muramvya, Burundi M4.7 66 km
Apr 3, 2011 17 km SW of Mwaro, Burundi M4.7 42 km
Nov 21, 1997 27 km WNW of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.7 95 km
May 16, 2004 16 km WNW of Kayanza, Burundi M4.7 122 km
Feb 11, 1997 18 km N of Cibitoke, Burundi M4.7 144 km
Mar 24, 2021 92 km W of Uvira, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.6 144 km
Mar 9, 2006 96 km W of Uvira, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.6 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 5.1 in
February 73°F (23°C) 4.8 in
March 73°F (23°C) 6.3 in
April 73°F (23°C) 7.3 in Wettest
May 73°F (23°C) 3.5 in
June 71°F (22°C) 0.5 in
July 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
September 75°F (24°C) 1.4 in Warmest
October 74°F (24°C) 2.9 in
November 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in
December 73°F (23°C) 5.9 in

Rumonge has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 71°F in July to 75°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 43.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.3") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Rumonge

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lycée d'Iteba - - - -
Lycée de Rumonge - - - -
ISET - - - -
Lycée Etole de Rumonge - - - -
lycée Etoile de Rumonge - - - -
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Libraries in Rumonge

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CAF Study Centre0.0

Farmers Markets in Rumonge

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Home des Soeurs
Isoko
Marché Central de Rumonge

Hotels in Rumonge

24 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Blue Bay Resort
Château Mose
Fair Amount Hotel
FREEDOM SNAK BAR
Hôtel Banda Jas
Hôtel Kubiti
Hôtel Kukanyamuneza
Hôtel Kwa Sawa
Hôtel La Différence
Hôtel Mwizero
Hôtel Palmotel
Hôtel Rumonge Kubiti
Hôtel touristique Océan de Rumonge
IMUHIRA LODGE RUMONGE
Isange Guest House
Kwetu
Motel Nyabukumba
MUHIRA HÔTEL RUMONGE
Palmotel
Quick Stop Motel
Resha Imperial Resort
Sunstone beach
Tanganyika Bluebay Resort
Tanganyika Lodge

Restaurants in Rumonge

6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafétéria Spéciale
Cafétéria Tanganyika
Restaurant/Cafetariat
RUMONGE RESTAURANT
Sweet Conner Restaurant
Uwiteka Cafeteria

Clinics in Rumonge

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Saint-David

Gas Stations in Rumonge

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BI #1752320575
BI #1752320606
BI #4620707801
Engen
Kobil
Kobil

Banks in Rumonge

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BGF Rumonge
CECADEM Rumonge
Ecobank
Interbank

Airports Near Rumonge

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bujumbura Melchior Ndadaye International AirportBJMLarge Airport
Gitega AirportGIDMedium Airport
Gihohi Airport-Small Airport
Kasulu Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rumonge

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église
Église anglicane
Église CEPBU

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Bujumbura
Elevation
790 m (2,592 ft)

🇧🇮 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 Rumonge

What is the population of Rumonge?

Rumonge has a population of 55,599 residents and is located in Burundi. The population density is 175 people per square mile, spread across 317.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Rumonge?

Rumonge has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.2 inches.

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