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Ruyigi, Burundi

Ruyigi · Burundi

Ruyigi is a small city in Ruyigi, Burundi with a population of 11,046. Elevation: 5,236 ft (1,596 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

11,046 Population 35/sq mi density
5,236 ft Elevation 1,596 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
47.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Bujumbura Timezone

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About Ruyigi

Ruyigi

Ruyigi is a city located in eastern Burundi. It is the capital city of Ruyigi Province.

People

Population11,046
Density35/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation5,236 ft (1,596 m)
Population11,046
Population Density35 / sq mi
Elevation5,236 ft (1,596 m)
Coordinates-3.4764°, 30.2486°
TimezoneAfrica/Bujumbura
Country🇧🇮 Burundi
State / ProvinceRuyigi
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation47.5 inches (1,206 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ruyigi

Ruyigi is a small city in Burundi (Ruyigi) with a population of 11,046. The city sits at an elevation of 5,236 feet (1,596 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bujumbura.

Climate in Ruyigi

Ruyigi has an average annual temperature of 18.8°C (66°F). The hottest month is Oct (20°C), the coldest is Jul (16.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1839 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.1°C / 66°F 13.2° / 26.4° 217.4
Feb 19.5°C / 67°F 13.2° / 27.2° 188.9
Mar 19.6°C / 67°F 13.7° / 27.6° 221.9
Apr 19°C / 66°F 13.4° / 26.6° 195.4
May 18.4°C / 65°F 12.1° / 25.7° 74.2
Jun 17°C / 63°F 9.7° / 25° 13.4
Jul 16.7°C / 62°F 8.7° / 25.8° 13.6
Aug 18.3°C / 65°F 9.5° / 27.4° 52.2
Sep 20°C / 68°F 11.5° / 29.1° 56.0
Oct 20°C / 68°F 12.4° / 28.3° 137.7
Nov 19.2°C / 67°F 13.5° / 27.2° 395.8
Dec 19.1°C / 66°F 13.6° / 26.5° 272.7
Ruyigi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,236 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above Burundi avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,236 ft (1,596 m)
Area317.9 sq mi (823.3 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates-3.4764°N, 30.2486°W
TimezoneAfrica/Bujumbura

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.5"
25% above Burundi avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 8.50"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

23 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 M5.2 116 km
Mar 20, 2003 Rwanda - Burundi region M5.2 140 km
Sep 18, 1990 10 km SSE of Rumonge, Burundi M5.0 107 km
Sep 1, 2003 30 km ESE of Makamba, Burundi M4.8 83 km
Apr 5, 2003 12 km SSE of Mwaro, Burundi M4.8 57 km
Aug 11, 1993 16 km S of Bujumbura, Burundi M4.8 99 km
Apr 3, 2011 17 km SW of Mwaro, Burundi M4.7 74 km
Feb 14, 2022 41 km SSW of Rumonge, Burundi M4.7 141 km
May 16, 2004 16 km WNW of Kayanza, Burundi M4.7 107 km
Feb 24, 2004 14 km SSW of Muramvya, Burundi M4.7 77 km
Jan 24, 2021 18 km ESE of Bujumbura, Burundi M4.5 83 km
Feb 24, 2004 15 km S of Muramvya, Burundi M4.5 73 km
Jan 4, 2025 19 km W of Bubanza, Burundi M4.5 123 km
Jun 18, 2017 57 km NE of Kasulu, Tanzania M4.4 89 km
May 30, 2023 25 km WNW of Uvira, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.4 148 km
May 21, 2015 12 km S of Gitega, Burundi M4.4 37 km
Jul 3, 2006 18 km N of Uvira, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.4 127 km
Jul 12, 2014 22 km NW of Rumonge, Burundi M4.3 111 km
Apr 8, 2006 4 km ENE of Nzega, Rwanda M4.2 134 km
Jul 22, 2010 35 km E of Kasulu, Tanzania M4.2 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 5.6 in
February 65°F (19°C) 5.3 in
March 65°F (18°C) 6.6 in
April 65°F (19°C) 8.5 in Wettest
May 65°F (18°C) 3.7 in
June 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in Coldest
July 65°F (18°C) 0.1 in Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
September 67°F (20°C) 1.6 in Warmest
October 67°F (19°C) 3.1 in
November 65°F (18°C) 5.7 in
December 65°F (19°C) 6.7 in

Ruyigi has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 64°F in June to 67°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 47.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (8.5") and July the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Ruyigi

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ishule
LNDJ
Petit Séminaire Notre Dame de l'Annonciation
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Radio Stations near Ruyigi

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Ruyigi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché de Ruyigi

Hotels in Ruyigi

11 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre d'Acceuil Ruyigi
Hôtel Brashos
Hôtel Libanon
Hôtel Umoco
Hôtel Umoja
La Rose de l'Est
Loge East Land
Loge Garkedi
Maison d'hôtes familiale
UMUGUMYA LODGE
Villa des Anges

Clinics in Ruyigi

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CDS Bihembe

Gas Stations in Ruyigi

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BI #1721643302
Kobil

Banks in Ruyigi

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banque de Crédit de Bujumbura
BGF Ruyigi
Interbank Burundi

Airports Near Ruyigi

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gitega AirportGIDMedium Airport
Gihohi AirportSmall Airport
Kibondo AirportSmall Airport
Kifura AirstripSmall Airport
Mwumba AirportSmall Airport
Ruyigi AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ruyigi

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste de Ruyigi

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ruyigi

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Évêque catholique

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Bujumbura
Elevation
1,842 m (6,044 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 Ruyigi

What is the population of Ruyigi?

Ruyigi has a population of 11,046 residents and is located in Burundi. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 317.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ruyigi?

Ruyigi 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 65°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.5 inches.

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