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Rutana, Burundi

Rutana · Burundi

Rutana is a small city in Rutana, Burundi with a population of 9,075. Elevation: 5,879 ft (1,792 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

9,075 Population 29/sq mi density
5,879 ft Elevation 1,792 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
49.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Bujumbura Timezone

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About Rutana

Rutana

Rutana is a town in southern Burundi. It lies west of Mount Kikizi, one of the highest mountains in the nation. The Kagera Falls lie near the town. It is the capital of Rutana Province, one of the 18 provinces of Burundi.

People

Population9,075
Density29/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation5,879 ft (1,792 m)
Population9,075
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation5,879 ft (1,792 m)
Coordinates-3.9279°, 29.9920°
TimezoneAfrica/Bujumbura
Country🇧🇮 Burundi
State / ProvinceRutana
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation49.7 inches (1,263 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Rutana

Rutana is a small city in Burundi (Rutana) with a population of 9,075. The city sits at an elevation of 5,879 feet (1,792 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bujumbura.

Rutana enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,879 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above Burundi avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,879 ft (1,792 m)
Area317.7 sq mi (822.9 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates-3.9279°N, 29.9920°W
TimezoneAfrica/Bujumbura

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.7"
31% above Burundi avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 8.03"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M0.0 on Jul 28, 2025.

Jul 28, 2025 33 km NW of Rumonge, Burundi M5.2 86 km
Sep 18, 1990 10 km SSE of Rumonge, Burundi M5.0 58 km
Sep 1, 2003 30 km ESE of Makamba, Burundi M4.8 31 km
Apr 5, 2003 12 km SSE of Mwaro, Burundi M4.8 44 km
Aug 11, 1993 16 km S of Bujumbura, Burundi M4.8 83 km
May 2, 2024 16 km W of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.8 119 km
Aug 4, 2023 25 km S of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.8 138 km
Nov 21, 1997 27 km WNW of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.7 121 km
Apr 3, 2011 17 km SW of Mwaro, Burundi M4.7 54 km
Feb 24, 2004 14 km SSW of Muramvya, Burundi M4.7 77 km
Jun 19, 2008 29 km NW of Mwandiga, Tanzania M4.7 94 km
May 16, 2004 16 km WNW of Kayanza, Burundi M4.7 130 km
Jun 10, 2006 26 km WNW of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.7 118 km
Feb 14, 2022 41 km SSW of Rumonge, Burundi M4.7 88 km
Jan 4, 2025 19 km W of Bubanza, Burundi M4.5 129 km
Mar 10, 2013 54 km SW of Rumonge, Burundi M4.5 107 km
Jan 24, 2021 18 km ESE of Bujumbura, Burundi M4.5 75 km
Feb 24, 2004 15 km S of Muramvya, Burundi M4.5 73 km
May 14, 1997 76 km SW of Uvira, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.4 145 km
Jun 18, 2017 57 km NE of Kasulu, Tanzania M4.4 65 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 6.2 in
February 66°F (19°C) 6.0 in
March 66°F (19°C) 7.1 in
April 66°F (19°C) 8.0 in Wettest
May 65°F (18°C) 3.7 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in Coldest
July 63°F (17°C) 0.1 in Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
September 68°F (20°C) 1.6 in
October 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in Warmest
November 66°F (19°C) 5.9 in
December 66°F (19°C) 7.0 in

Rutana has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 63°F in June to 68°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 49.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (8.0") and July the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Rutana

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ishule
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Hotels in Rutana

18 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ALCADOR LODGE
ATLANTICA HOTEL
AYKA TOURISTIC HOTEL
FAMILY LODGE
GOSHEN HOTEL
HAVILA HOTEL
HOTEL PEROQUET DE MWISHANGA
KAZE MOTEL
KUMUBANO HOTEL
LE FLAMBO HOTEL
LE FLORISSANT HOTEL
MOTEL AU 3M
MUHIRA HOTEL
PEACE LODGE
Peace Lodge
SKY LODGE
SUNSHINE HOTEL
VILLAGE HOTEL

Monuments in Rutana

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pyramide au Source du Nil

Gas Stations in Rutana

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BI #1456867998

Airports Near Rutana

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bujumbura Melchior Ndadaye International AirportBJMLarge Airport
Gitega AirportGIDMedium Airport
Gihohi AirportSmall Airport
Kasulu AirportSmall Airport
Kibondo AirportSmall Airport
Kifura AirstripSmall Airport
Ruyigi AirportSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Bujumbura
Elevation
1,820 m (5,971 ft)
Area
751.1 km² (289.9 mi²)

🇧🇮 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 Rutana

What is the population of Rutana?

Rutana has a population of 9,075 residents and is located in Burundi. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 317.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Rutana?

Rutana enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.7 inches.

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