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Ruwa, Zimbabwe
Mashonaland East Province · Zimbabwe
Ruwa is a mid-size city in Mashonaland East Province, Zimbabwe with a population of 94,083. Elevation: 5,125 ft (1,562 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ruwa
Ruwa is a town in Mashonaland East Province, Zimbabwe, situated 23 km south-east of the capital Harare on the main Harare-Mutare highway and railway line. Ruwa falls within the Harare metropolitan Province and was officially established as a Growth Point in 1986 in terms of the Acts, Income Tax Chapter and Sales Tax Chapter. It was granted the Local board status through a warrant in 1990.
People
Climate
| Population | 94,083 |
| Population Density | 89 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,125 ft (1,562 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.8897°, 31.2447° |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
| Country | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe |
| State / Province | Mashonaland East Province |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.8 inches (858 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ruwa
Ruwa is a mid-size city in Zimbabwe (Mashonaland East Province) with a population of 94,083. The city sits at an elevation of 5,125 feet (1,562 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Harare.
Climate in Ruwa
Ruwa has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 757 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above Zimbabwe avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,125 ft (1,562 m) |
| Area | 1,059.2 sq mi (2,743.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 89/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.8897°N, 31.2447°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (20°C) | 8.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 6.5 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 65°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 7.2 in |
Ruwa has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 55°F in July to 69°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 33.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.1") and August the driest (0.0").
Schools in Ruwa
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ariel primary | - | - | - | - |
| Ariel Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Zimre Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Ariel | - | - | - | - |
| Tashinga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chishawasha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tafara 2 High School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwanandishe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tsinarayi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Dominics Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tafara 1 Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Foundation College | - | - | - | - |
| Tafara 5 Council Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ruwa
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitalk 100.4FM Harare | african music | AAC | |
| Nehanda Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Ruwa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Archives of Zimbabwe | ||||
| National Gallery of Zimbabwe | ||||
| Zimbabwe Museum of Human Sciences |
Libraries in Ruwa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Science Reading Room | 0.0 | |||||
| Christian Science Reading Room | 0.0 | |||||
| Harare City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Highlands Library | 0.0 | |||||
| library | 0.0 | |||||
| library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mabelreign Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Queen Victoria Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| UZ Main Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ruwa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angels Mini Market | |||||
| Angels Mini Market | |||||
| Avondale Flea Market | |||||
| Chiremba Shops | |||||
| Mbare Market | |||||
| Overspill Flea Market | |||||
| Solani Market |
Zoos in Ruwa
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ruwa
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ruwa
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ruwa
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Ruwa
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ruwa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ruwa
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport | HRE | Large Airport |
| Celina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Charles Prince Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dudley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Home Park Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Langford Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marondera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mubayira Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murewa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wedza Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ruwa
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ruwa Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Ruwa
21 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Chidodo Clinic | ||
| Clinic | ||
| Eastlea Family Health Services | ||
| Grace Family Clinic | ||
| Greendale Family Health Services | ||
| Hatfield Polyclinic | ||
| Kabrit Clinic | ||
| Kabrit Clinic | ||
| Kentucky Prison Clinic | ||
| Mabvuku Polyclinic | ||
| Mabvuku Satellite Clinic | ||
| Manyame Air base clinic | ||
| Manyame Air base clinic | ||
| Michael's 24 Hour Accident, Emergency & Maternity Clinic | ||
| Msasa Park Clinic | ||
| Overspill Clinic | ||
| Sheena clinic | ||
| St. Michael's (Chihumbiri) Clinic | ||
| Tafara Family Health Services | ||
| Zimbabwe National Army Masasa Clinic | ||
| Zimbabwe Republic Police Masasa Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ruwa
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AFM CHURCH | |
| Endtime Message Church | |
| ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH | |
| SDA RUWA CHURCH | |
| St Johns Apostolic Church | |
| Tafara baptist church | |
| Windsor Seventh-Day Adventist Church | |
| Zaoga church |
Quick Facts
Around Ruwa
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Ruwa
1 places within 15 km
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Public Holidays in Zimbabwe
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ruwa
What is the population of Ruwa?
Ruwa has a population of 94,083 residents and is located in Zimbabwe. The population density is 89 people per square mile, spread across 1,059.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ruwa?
Ruwa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.8 inches.