Cyangugu
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Generally suitable with routine precautions
Travel to Cyangugu is discouraged except for essential purposes due to health and security alerts. Visitors should stay informed about border controls and health requirements.
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- Latest air-quality reading is not elevated
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Cyangugu month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Cyangugu are typically June, July and August, with average daytime highs around 23–25°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 25°C), July the coldest (average low 15°C), and November the wettest (about 230 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.2 | 15.6 | 119 | 10.0 |
| February | 23.8 | 15.8 | 117 | 10.2 |
| March | 23.8 | 15.9 | 158 | 10.3 |
| April | 23.0 | 15.9 | 182 | 10.1 |
| May | 22.9 | 15.6 | 101 | 10.9 |
| June | 23.3 | 14.6 | 20 | 11.3 |
| July | 24.2 | 14.5 | 9 | 11.2 |
| August | 25.0 | 15.0 | 37 | 10.9 |
| September | 24.9 | 15.5 | 98 | 11.0 |
| October | 24.0 | 15.7 | 180 | 10.4 |
| November | 23.1 | 15.7 | 230 | 10.3 |
| December | 23.1 | 15.8 | 202 | 10.2 |
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Research updated Friday, September 18, 2026Past and future events in Cyangugu
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- 1994 Genocide Memorial Site (Cyangugu)
A memorial site in Cyangugu commemorating the tragic events of the 1994 Rwandan genocide.
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- Cyangugu
- Cyangugu Province - Wikipedia
- Cyangugu - Kamembe - hranice Rwanda- Kongo | Zážitky BUBO
- 10 Top Hotels in Cyangugu | Places to Stay w/ 24/7 Friendly…
- Top Things to Do in Cyangugu (Rusizi), Rwanda - Trek Africa…
- Things to Do in Cyangugu, Rwanda (2026) - Local Travel Guide
- Explore Cyangugu Town | Nyungwe National Park | Rwanda Safaris
- Nyungwe Forest Rwanda | Gorilla Tours and Travel
- Nyamagabe District - Wikipedia
- Wikidata structured records for Cyangugu
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01 · OverviewCyangugu, in brief
Cyangugu is a city in the Western Province of Rwanda. It serves as the capital of Rusizi District and lies at the southern end of Lake Kivu.
Where is Cyangugu located?
The town sits at latitude ‑2.4846 and longitude 28.9075, directly opposite Bukavu in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Ruzizi River forms the international boundary, crossed by two bridges and a dam that link the two settlements. Its position on the lake’s shore gives the city a lakeside character while the river corridor provides a natural transport route.
How is the city laid out?
Cyangugu comprises two distinct zones. The lakeshore district, also called Cyangugu, is low‑density and oriented toward residential and recreational uses. Inland to the north, the Kamembe area concentrates industry, commerce, and transport infrastructure, including Kamembe Airport, which offers eleven weekly flights to Kigali operated by RwandAir.
What natural environments surround the city?
The city is a gateway to Nyungwe Forest, one of Rwanda’s last remaining highland forests and a renowned habitat for chimpanzees and numerous primate species. This proximity links urban life with a rich biodiversity corridor, attracting ecotourists and researchers alike.
What climate information is available for Cyangugu?
The source article includes a “Climate” heading but provides no specific climatic data or classification for the city.
Key facts
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Country | Rwanda |
| Province | Western Province |
| District capital | Rusizi District |
| Population (2022) | 43,866 |
| Languages | rw, en‑RW, fr‑RW, sw |
| Timezone | Africa/Kigali |
| Currency | RWF |
| Latitude | ‑2.4846 |
| Longitude | 28.9075 |
For more details, see the Cyangugu entry on Wikipedia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cyangugu
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01 · Q&AWhere is Cyangugu located and what are its coordinates?
Cyangugu is situated in Rwanda at geographic coordinates -2.4846, 28.9075, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Cyangugu?
Cyangugu has a recorded population of approximately 43,866 and observes the Africa/Kigali time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Cyangugu?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Cyangugu include RW, EN-RW, FR-RW, Swahili, with RWF used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Cyangugu?
Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Cyangugu, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.