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Buhweju, Uganda
Western Region · Uganda
Buhweju is a small town in Western Region, Uganda with a population of 0. Elevation: 6,037 ft (1,840 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Buhweju
Buhweju is a kingdom in what is modern-day Uganda. It was incorporated into the British Ankole protectorate in 1901.It was ruled by an Omugabe, which is often translated as "King of Kings."
People
Climate
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,037 ft (1,840 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.3503°, 30.3003° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
| Country | 🇺🇬 Uganda |
| State / Province | Western Region |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.6 inches (676 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Buhweju
Buhweju is a small town in Uganda (Western Region) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 6,037 feet (1,840 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.9°F |
| 29% above Uganda avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,037 ft (1,840 m) |
| Area | 704.8 sq mi (1,825.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.3503°N, 30.3003°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bunyaruguru (30 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bunyaruguru | Maar(s) | 1,554 m (5,098 ft) | Unknown | 30 km |
| Katwe-Kikorongo | Tuff cone(s) | 1,067 m (3,501 ft) | Unknown | 52 km |
| Fort Portal | Tuff cone(s) | 1,615 m (5,299 ft) | -2120 | 117 km |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 134 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 153 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 160 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 170 km |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 175 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 1.6 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 5.3 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
Buhweju has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 69°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.7") and July the driest (1.2").
Schools in Buhweju
58+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Koburimbi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bihanga Parents School | — | — | — | — |
| Busheregye Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bushozi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Church School | — | — | — | — |
| Church School | — | — | — | — |
| Church School | — | — | — | — |
| Church School | — | — | — | — |
| Engaju Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Gambanokora Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kabegaramire Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kaita Parent's School | — | — | — | — |
| Kajumbura Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kiyanja Church School | — | — | — | — |
| Kiyanja Parent's School | — | — | — | — |
| Bihanga Community School | — | — | — | — |
| Kyahenda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kyamahungu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Millenium Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mutango Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyakaziba Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rutunga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ruzinga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Paul High School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Paul Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Three Friends Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Burungira Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kaasa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Komboni Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyakahita Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ekikurijo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ekiyanja Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kabuga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Karaama Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Karyango Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Katagata Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kayanga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kayonza Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kiisa Preparatory School | — | — | — | — |
| Kyabugimbi Technical Institute | — | — | — | — |
| Kyakuhanda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kyamotojo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mabanga Church School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyakabare Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cope School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyakashaka Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyakatooma Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyakitoko Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyakitoko Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyeibingo Parents Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyeibingo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rubengye Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rushambya Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rwajere Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rwandaeo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rwera Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ryamujuni Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ryashenga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Buhweju
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Block | 0.0 | |||||
| Kiu new library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kiu western campus library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Buhweju
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akatare ka'hakibira | |||||
| Basajjabalaba market | |||||
| Ibanda Central Market | |||||
| Kabagalame Pork Market | |||||
| Kakongo market | |||||
| Kihembe brothers Nile brewaries Western distributer |
Stadiums & Teams in Buhweju
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Buhweju
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Savannah Airstrip | KHX | Medium Airport |
| Ibanda Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ishango Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ishasha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kasese Airport | KSE | Small Airport |
| Kayonza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mbarara Airport | MBQ | Small Airport |
| Mweya Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Uganda
12 public holidays this year
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What is the weather like in Buhweju?
Buhweju enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.6 inches.