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Rutshuru, Democratic Republic of the Congo
North Kivu · Democratic Republic of the Congo
Rutshuru is a mid-size city in North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 82,680. Elevation: 4,072 ft (1,241 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
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About Rutshuru
Rutshuru is a town located in the North Kivu province of the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, and is headquarters of an administrative district, the Rutshuru Territory. The town lies in the western branch of the Albertine Rift between Lakes Edward and Kivu. The Ugandan border is 15 km (9.3 mi) east and the Rwandan border is 30 km (19 mi) south-east.
People
Climate
| Population | 82,680 |
| Population Density | 111 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,072 ft (1,241 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.1867°, 29.4467° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
| Country | 🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| State / Province | North Kivu |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.0 inches (1,218 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rutshuru
Rutshuru is a mid-size city in Democratic Republic of the Congo (North Kivu) with a population of 82,680. The city sits at an elevation of 4,072 feet (1,241 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lubumbashi.
Climate in Rutshuru
Rutshuru has an average annual temperature of 21°C (70°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.8°C), the coldest is Nov (20.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1588 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.6°F |
| 27% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 249 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,072 ft (1,241 m) |
| Area | 746.7 sq mi (1,933.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 111/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.1867°N, 29.4467°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1938 | NYAMURAGIRA | Astronomical | — | — | 37 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Visoke (31 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 31 km |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 34 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 36 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 37 km |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 43 km |
| Bunyaruguru | Maar(s) | 1,554 m (5,098 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
| Katwe-Kikorongo | Tuff cone(s) | 1,067 m (3,501 ft) | Unknown | 134 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 5.5 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 5.4 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 5.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 in |
Rutshuru has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 68°F in November to 69°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 47.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (1.7").
Schools in Rutshuru
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Complexe Scolaire Saint Vincent | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Primaire Lemera | — | — | — | — |
| École Primaire Mutabo | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Primaire Tanda | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Primaire Nzirimwa | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Primaire Nyagasozi | — | — | — | — |
| Institut Ndamugenga | — | — | — | — |
| Institut Mutabo | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Mapema | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Rutshuru
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| kbs (AQ) | kbs | UNKNOWN |
Museums in Rutshuru
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund |
Farmers Markets in Rutshuru
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buhoma daily market | |||||
| Bunagana Markert | |||||
| Business center | |||||
| Bussines center | |||||
| Buturanya Training center | |||||
| Gatete market | |||||
| Kalele | |||||
| Kanombe Market | |||||
| Kukubo centre(muhima) | |||||
| Marché de Ndamugenga | |||||
| Marché Kabizo | |||||
| Masaka trading center. | |||||
| Mgahinga Irish potato multiplication farm | |||||
| Mubuga Bussines Center | |||||
| Mukyibaya market | |||||
| Nateete | |||||
| Nkukigezi market | |||||
| Rasha Bussines Center | |||||
| Robert amazing Grace saloon | |||||
| Ruboy Gacaca trading centre | |||||
| Rugabano Market Center | |||||
| Rusiza market |
Hotels in Rutshuru
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rutshuru
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rutshuru
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Goma International Airport | GOM | Large Airport |
| Gisenyi Airport | GYI | Medium Airport |
| Savannah Airstrip | KHX | Medium Airport |
| Ishasha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kabale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Katale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Katanda Rusthuru Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kayonza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kisoro Airport | KXO | Small Airport |
| Ruhengeri Airport | RHG | Small Airport |
| Rutshuru Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rwindi Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Rutshuru?
Rutshuru has a population of 82,680 residents and is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The population density is 111 people per square mile, spread across 746.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rutshuru?
Rutshuru enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.0 inches.