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Abim, Uganda
Northern Region · Uganda
Abim is a small city in Northern Region, Uganda with a population of 24,400. Elevation: 4,816 ft (1,468 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Abim
Abim is a town in the Northern Region of Uganda. It is the chief municipal, administrative, and commercial center of Abim District. The district is named after the town.
People
Climate
| Population | 24,400 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,816 ft (1,468 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.7017°, 33.6761° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
| Country | 🇺🇬 Uganda |
| State / Province | Northern Region |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.6 inches (1,031 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Abim
Abim is a small city in Uganda (Northern Region) with a population of 24,400. The city sits at an elevation of 4,816 feet (1,468 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.
Climate in Abim
Abim has an average annual temperature of 25°C (77°F). The hottest month is Mar (27.1°C), the coldest is Jul (22.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 964 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.0°F |
| 35% above Uganda avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,816 ft (1,468 m) |
| Area | 1,114.2 sq mi (2,885.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.7017°N, 33.6761°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 5.3 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 6.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 6.0 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 1.0 in |
Abim has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 70°F in July to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 40.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.2") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in Abim
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
| Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Otalabar Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Oryeotyene Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Oringowello Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Akwangagwel Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
| Kiru Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kanu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Fal School | - | - | - | - |
| Arembwola Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Aninata Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Abim Vocational School | - | - | - | - |
| Abim Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Abim Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Abim
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kalongo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kotido Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matany Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Uganda
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Abim
What is the population of Abim?
Abim has a population of 24,400 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 1,114.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Abim?
Abim has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.6 inches.