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Buliisa, Uganda
Western Region · Uganda
Buliisa is a small city in Western Region, Uganda with a population of 9,500. Elevation: 2,073 ft (632 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Buliisa
Buliisa, also Bulisa, is a town in the Western Region of Uganda. It is the site of the headquarters of the Buliisa District. Neighborhoods within Buliisa Municipality include Wanseko and Kasenyi.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,500 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,073 ft (632 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.1178°, 31.4116° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
| Country | 🇺🇬 Uganda |
| State / Province | Western Region |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.5 inches (1,055 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Buliisa
Buliisa is a small city in Uganda (Western Region) with a population of 9,500. The city sits at an elevation of 2,073 feet (632 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.9°F |
| 44% above Uganda avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,073 ft (632 m) |
| Area | 1,597.8 sq mi (4,138.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.1178°N, 31.4116°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 1.5 in |
Buliisa has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in October to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 41.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.3") and January the driest (0.9").
Schools in Buliisa
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kabolwa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bugungu Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Buliisa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kijangi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kisansya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kibambura Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ngwedo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Luke Parents' Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Buliisa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUGUNGU HERITAGE AND INFORMATION CENTRE MUSEUM |
Hotels in Buliisa
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Buliisa
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Buliisa
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bugungu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Buseruka Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Butiaba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chobe Safari Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lake Albert Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mahagi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Masindi Airport | KCU | Small Airport |
| Pakuba Airport | PAF | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Uganda
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Buliisa?
Buliisa has a population of 9,500 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 1,597.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Buliisa?
Buliisa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.5 inches.