Weather & Climate in Gitega, Burundi
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Gitega enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,525 feet.
Temperature
66°F Jan (19°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 65.7°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,525 ft (1,684 m) |
| Area | 8.5 sq mi (22.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 15,956/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 3.4271°S, 29.9246°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Bujumbura |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
38 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.2.
| Jul 28, 2025 | 33 km NW of Rumonge, Burundi | M5.2 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Mar 20, 2003 | Rwanda - Burundi region | M5.2 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Sep 18, 1990 | 10 km SSE of Rumonge, Burundi | M5.0 | 86 km | 10 km |
| Sep 15, 2017 | 24 km S of Kabare, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M5.0 | 147 km | 12 km |
| Sep 23, 2016 | 24 km SE of Cyangugu, Rwanda | M4.8 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Aug 11, 1993 | 16 km S of Bujumbura, Burundi | M4.8 | 64 km | 21 km |
| Apr 5, 2003 | 12 km SSE of Mwaro, Burundi | M4.8 | 29 km | 10 km |
| Feb 3, 2008 | 8 km ESE of Cyangugu, Rwanda | M4.8 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Sep 1, 2003 | 30 km ESE of Makamba, Burundi | M4.8 | 87 km | 10 km |
| Feb 11, 1997 | 18 km N of Cibitoke, Burundi | M4.7 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2004 | 14 km SSW of Muramvya, Burundi | M4.7 | 41 km | 10 km |
| Apr 3, 2011 | 17 km SW of Mwaro, Burundi | M4.7 | 43 km | 10 km |
| Nov 11, 1997 | 26 km S of Cyangugu, Rwanda | M4.7 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jun 19, 2008 | 29 km NW of Mwandiga, Tanzania | M4.7 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Feb 14, 2022 | 41 km SSW of Rumonge, Burundi | M4.7 | 121 km | 10 km |
| May 16, 2004 | 16 km WNW of Kayanza, Burundi | M4.7 | 78 km | 10 km |
| Sep 23, 2016 | Lac Kivu region, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.5 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Jan 24, 2021 | 18 km ESE of Bujumbura, Burundi | M4.5 | 47 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2004 | 15 km S of Muramvya, Burundi | M4.5 | 36 km | 10 km |
| Mar 10, 2013 | 54 km SW of Rumonge, Burundi | M4.5 | 136 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 5.3 in | |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 65°F (19°C) | 5.7 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 6.2 in |
Gitega has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 64°F in June to 67°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.2") and July the driest (0.1").