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About Rubavu

Rubavu, on the shores of Lake Kivu, is a relaxed lakeside town with scenic views and a slower pace ideal for focused remote work 🌊💻. You’ll find pleasant weather, walkable neighborhoods, and easy access to cafes and guesthouses. It’s best for nomads who value calm, nature, and affordability over a big coworking scene.

Through the year

Best in August (59) · now 54
0° 10° 20° 30° Jan: 550 mm Feb: 486 mm Mar: 480 mm Apr: 337 mm May: 193 mm Jun: 87 mm Jul: 68 mm Aug: 136 mm Sep: 230 mm Oct: 252 mm Nov: 369 mm Dec: 470 mm Jan: 20°C / 12°C Feb: 21°C / 12°C Mar: 21°C / 12°C Apr: 20°C / 13°C May: 20°C / 13°C Jun: 20°C / 12°C Jul: 20°C / 11°C Aug: 21°C / 12°C Sep: 21°C / 12°C Oct: 21°C / 12°C Nov: 20°C / 12°C Dec: 20°C / 12°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 7.3
Digital Nomad Popularity 2.0
Internet Speed 6.0
Safety 7.5
Accommodation Cost 7.1
Weather 7.8
Racial Tolerance 7.9
Nomad Friendly 4.3
Updated 3 weeks ago

Quick costs

Quick costs in Rubavu
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $147.52 per month
Coworking Space $99.49 per month
Coffee $1.51 per cup
Beer $1.03 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $2.40 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $19.21 per month
Mobile Plan $8.23 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $37.74 per month

Other cities in Rwanda

Other cities in Rwanda
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Kigali $1,897 6.6 Compare
2 Gisenyi $1,467 5.6 Compare
3 Huye $1,012 5.5 Compare
4 Karongi $1,400 5.5 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Gisenyi RW Rwanda $1,467 5.6 Compare
2 Musanze RW Rwanda $1,455 5.5 Compare
3 Goma CD Democratic Republic of the Congo $2,429 3.3 Compare
4 Ruhengeri RW Rwanda $1,383 5.5 Compare

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