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Busembatia, Uganda
Eastern Region · Uganda
Busembatia is a small city in Eastern Region, Uganda with a population of 15,889. Elevation: 3,684 ft (1,123 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Busembatia
Busembatya, sometimes spelled Busembatia, is a town in the Eastern Region of Uganda.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,889 |
| Population Density | 100 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,684 ft (1,123 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.7773°, 33.6236° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
| Country | 🇺🇬 Uganda |
| State / Province | Eastern Region |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.5 inches (1,258 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Busembatia
Busembatia is a small city in Uganda (Eastern Region) with a population of 15,889. The city sits at an elevation of 3,684 feet (1,123 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.
Climate in Busembatia
Busembatia has an average annual temperature of 23.4°C (74°F). The hottest month is Feb (25.3°C), the coldest is Jul (21.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 2045 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.2°F |
| 36% above Uganda avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,684 ft (1,123 m) |
| Area | 159.2 sq mi (412.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 100/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.7773°N, 33.6236°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Homa Mountain (161 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Homa Mountain | Complex | 1,751 m (5,745 ft) | Unknown | 161 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 7.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 6.2 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 2.9 in |
Busembatia has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 71°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 49.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.3") and January the driest (1.7").
Schools in Busembatia
69+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madarasa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nawankofu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nawangisa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Namalemba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Namakoko Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nalende Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nakawunzo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Naigombwa Muslim Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Minani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nsinze Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lubira Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lady Agnes Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kyabazinga Orthodox Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kibaale Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kaswabuli Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kaswabuli Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kasozi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Joyen Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Raphael Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Naigombwa Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Muwanga Memorial Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mutekanga Junior Academy Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Holy Triangle Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Trust Junior Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Town Side Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Top Joy Primary and Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint School olastic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Idinda Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Mulumba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Michael Girl's School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Matia Mulumba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Justine Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Joseph Isegero Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Standard Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Top Joy Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Namundudi Church of Uganda Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Namukanaga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Namukanaga Parents Children Centre Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nabukone Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Irenzi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Budwapa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wangobo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Victory Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rainbow Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Mathias Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Alpha El Bukonte Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nawampandu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Namuwondo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Namalowu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Busoona Islamic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bukonte Seed Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bunyagwe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hudha Islamic Centre Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Focus Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Buwongo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Busesa Muslim Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Busembatia Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Busembatia Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Busembatia High Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bukonte Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bulange Teefe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bulagala Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bukonte Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bukonte Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Bubago Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bishop Williger's Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Agape Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Busembatia
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turn Radio | music | MP3 | |
| Turn Radio - Revive Your Soul (MP3) | christian, gospel | MP3 |
Museums in Busembatia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KIGULU CULTURAL MUSEUM |
Libraries in Busembatia
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bugiri Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Busesa Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Busembatia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Busesa Highway Market | |||||
| Rice and Posho Store (Produce Market) | |||||
| Rice and Posho Wholesale Point |
Clinics in Busembatia
16 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Busembatia
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Busia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jinja Airport | JIN | Small Airport |
| Kakira Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kibimba Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tororo Airport | TRY | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Busembatia
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Posta Uganda Busembatia |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Uganda
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What is the population of Busembatia?
Busembatia has a population of 15,889 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 100 people per square mile, spread across 159.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Busembatia?
Busembatia 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 71°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.5 inches.