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Rwamagana, Rwanda
Eastern Province · Rwanda
Rwamagana is a mid-size city in Eastern Province, Rwanda with a population of 47,203. Elevation: 5,043 ft (1,537 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About Rwamagana
Rwamagana is a city and capital of both the Rwamagana District and the Eastern Province in Rwanda
People
Climate
| Population | 47,203 |
| Population Density | 1,915 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,043 ft (1,537 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.9487°, 30.4347° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali |
| Country | 🇷🇼 Rwanda |
| State / Province | Eastern Province |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.4 inches (950 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rwamagana
Rwamagana is a mid-size city in Rwanda (Eastern Province) with a population of 47,203. The city sits at an elevation of 5,043 feet (1,537 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kigali.
Climate in Rwamagana
Rwamagana has an average annual temperature of 20.5°C (69°F). The hottest month is Sep (21.6°C), the coldest is Jul (19.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1484 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.2°F |
| 26% above Rwanda avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,043 ft (1,537 m) |
| Area | 24.7 sq mi (63.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,915/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.9487°N, 30.4347°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1938 | NYAMURAGIRA | Astronomical | — | — | 150 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Muhavura (105 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 105 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 119 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 120 km |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 140 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 150 km |
| Bunyaruguru | Maar(s) | 1,554 m (5,098 ft) | Unknown | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 2.5 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in |
Rwamagana has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 67°F in June to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 37.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.5") and July the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Rwamagana
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Groupe Scolaire Muzizi | College | — | — |
| Rukara's Teacher's College | College | — | — |
| St. Marcel de Rukara Secondary School | College | — | — |
Schools in Rwamagana
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nsinda School | — | — | — | — |
| University of Rwanda Medical Sciences Department | — | — | — | — |
| Nyarugari Protestant Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Vision Academy School | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Rwamagana
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karubamba's Market | |||||
| Nzige Market Place |
Hotels in Rwamagana
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rwamagana
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rwamagana
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Rwamagana
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Rwamagana
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rwamagana
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rwamagana
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rwamagana
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rwamagana
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kigali International Airport | KGL | Large Airport |
| Butare Airport | BTQ | Small Airport |
| Gabiro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gako Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ihanda Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kabale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kirundo Airport | KRE | Small Airport |
| Kisoro Airport | KXO | Small Airport |
| Milambi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nemba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ngara Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rwamagana
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church | |
| Rwamagana |
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What is the population of Rwamagana?
Rwamagana has a population of 47,203 residents and is located in Rwanda. The population density is 1,915 people per square mile, spread across 24.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rwamagana?
Rwamagana enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.4 inches.