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Umutara, Rwanda
Eastern Province · Rwanda
Umutara is a small city in Eastern Province, Rwanda with a population of 18,038. Elevation: 4,406 ft (1,343 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Umutara
Until January 2006, Umutara Province was one of the 12 provinces (intara) of Rwanda. However, due to local government reorganization, this area is now part of the new larger Eastern Province.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,038 |
| Population Density | 212 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,406 ft (1,343 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.2955°, 30.3230° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali |
| Country | 🇷🇼 Rwanda |
| State / Province | Eastern Province |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.6 inches (905 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Umutara
Umutara is a small city in Rwanda (Eastern Province) with a population of 18,038. The city sits at an elevation of 4,406 feet (1,343 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kigali.
Climate in Umutara
Umutara has an average annual temperature of 20.9°C (70°F). The hottest month is Sep (21.9°C), the coldest is Jun (20.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1331 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above Rwanda avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,406 ft (1,343 m) |
| Area | 85.3 sq mi (220.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 212/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.2955°N, 30.3230°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 | - | - | 126 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Muhavura (72 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 72 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 95 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 100 km |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 122 km |
| Bunyaruguru | Maar(s) | 1,554 m (5,098 ft) | Unknown | 125 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 126 km |
| Katwe-Kikorongo | Tuff cone(s) | 1,067 m (3,501 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 2.3 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 3.5 in |
Umutara has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 67°F in June to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.7") and July the driest (0.4").
Museums in Umutara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Lakes Museum |
Farmers Markets in Umutara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RUKOMO Market |
Hotels in Umutara
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Umutara
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Umutara
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Umutara
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kigali International Airport | KGL | Large Airport |
| Savannah Airstrip | KHX | Medium Airport |
| Gabiro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ibanda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ishasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kabale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kayonza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kisoro Airport | KXO | Small Airport |
| Mbarara Airport | MBQ | Small Airport |
| Milambi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ruhengeri Airport | RHG | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Umutara?
Umutara has a population of 18,038 residents and is located in Rwanda. The population density is 212 people per square mile, spread across 85.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Umutara?
Umutara 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 67°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches.