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Bwizibwera, Uganda

Western Region · Uganda

Bwizibwera is a mid-size city in Western Region, Uganda with a population of 79,157. Elevation: 4,642 ft (1,415 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

79,157 Population 302/sq mi density
4,642 ft Elevation 1,415 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
26.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone

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About Bwizibwera

Bwizibwera is a township located in Kashari County, Mbarara District, Uganda.

People

Population79,157
Density302/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain26.6 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation4,642 ft (1,415 m)
Population79,157
Population Density302 / sq mi
Elevation4,642 ft (1,415 m)
Coordinates-0.5917°, 30.6286°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceWestern Region
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation26.6 inches (676 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bwizibwera

Bwizibwera is a mid-size city in Uganda (Western Region) with a population of 79,157. The city sits at an elevation of 4,642 feet (1,415 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.

Climate in Bwizibwera

Bwizibwera has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 967 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 60.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 63.4
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 93.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 134.2
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 70.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 20.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 18.9
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 71.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 93.2
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 109.6
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 156.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 74.7
Bwizibwera enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 26.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,642 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average69.8°F
29% above Uganda avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,642 ft (1,415 m)
Area262.3 sq mi (679.3 km²)
Population Density302/sq mi
Coordinates-0.5917°N, 30.6286°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.6"
30% below Uganda avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 5.16"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

55 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.5 on May 4, 2025.

Feb 5, 1994 13 km SSW of Bundibugyo, Uganda M6.2 147 km
Sep 10, 2016 27 km ENE of Nsunga, Tanzania M5.9 121 km
Mar 24, 1996 15 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M5.4 138 km
Jul 30, 2017 52 km SSW of Kilembe, Uganda M5.3 103 km
Jun 29, 2001 11 km NNW of Kilembe, Uganda M5.3 122 km
Apr 27, 2006 17 km NNE of Kilembe, Uganda M5.2 120 km
Aug 5, 2003 46 km NNW of Ntungamo, Uganda M5.2 132 km
Oct 18, 1993 7 km WSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 144 km
Mar 20, 1994 24 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 128 km
Oct 18, 2009 18 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 139 km
Feb 14, 2022 12 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 136 km
May 29, 2006 17 km N of Kasese, Uganda M4.9 119 km
Jan 4, 2002 46 km SW of Kilembe, Uganda M4.8 109 km
Nov 20, 2012 51 km N of Rukungiri, Uganda M4.8 81 km
Mar 27, 2023 Lake Edward region, Congo-Uganda M4.7 148 km
Feb 13, 2025 57 km SW of Kilembe, Uganda M4.7 113 km
Dec 15, 1990 26 km E of Butembo, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.7 149 km
Feb 13, 2022 12 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.7 136 km
Aug 6, 2019 16 km SSE of Kasese, Uganda M4.6 90 km
Aug 24, 2023 60 km NNW of Rukungiri, Uganda M4.6 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bunyaruguru (75 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bunyaruguru Maar(s) 1,554 m (5,098 ft) Unknown 75 km
Katwe-Kikorongo Tuff cone(s) 1,067 m (3,501 ft) Unknown 97 km
Muhavura Stratovolcano 4,103 m (13,461 ft) Unknown 138 km
Fort Portal Tuff cone(s) 1,615 m (5,299 ft) -2120 150 km
Visoke Stratovolcano 3,696 m (12,126 ft) 1957 160 km
Karisimbi Stratovolcano 4,490 m (14,731 ft) -8050 166 km
Nyamuragira Shield 3,058 m (10,033 ft) 2020 183 km
Nyiragongo Stratovolcano 3,470 m (11,385 ft) 2020 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in
March 70°F (21°C) 3.9 in
April 69°F (21°C) 5.2 in Wettest
May 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in
June 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in
July 73°F (23°C) 1.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in
September 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in
October 69°F (21°C) 4.6 in
November 69°F (21°C) 5.1 in
December 69°F (21°C) 3.1 in

Bwizibwera has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 69°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Bwizibwera

41 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Nyakayojo Senior Secondary School
Saint George's Primary School
Saint Leo's Primary School
Sheroner Beer Drinker School
Kafunjo Primary School
Ngabo Academy
Nkokonjeru Primary School
Ruharo Infant School
Ruharo Muslim Primary School
St. Paul's Centre for the Age
Rucece COU Primary School
Saint Bonefansi Primary School
Nyakayojo Senior Secondary School
Nyakayojo Senior Secondary School
Nyakayojo Senior Secondary School
Nyakayojo Primary School
Nyakayojo Primary School
Nyakayojo Primary School
Nyakayojo Primary School
Nyakayojo Child Development Center Primary School
Nyakayojo Child Development Center Primary School
Ankole Hill High School
Kishasha Primary School
Rwishamiro Primary School
Bubaare Parents School
Bubaare Primary School
Rwentanga Primary School
Tukore Invalid Primary School for Disabled
Kyeshamire Primary School
Mukora Child Development Center Primary School
Mukora Primary School
Katebe Primary School
Bright Future Primary School
Day Star Nursery and Primary School
Kaguhanzya Primary School
Katatumba Academy Senior School
Katatumba Primary Academy School
Nyakayojo Child Development Center Primary School
Nyakayojo Primary School
Nyakayojo Senior Secondary School
Rukindo Primary School
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Museums in Bwizibwera

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
EAST AFRICAN REVIVAL MUSEUM
Eriijukiro Museum of Southwestern Uganda

Libraries in Bwizibwera

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
University Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bwizibwera

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kakoba Market
Kakoba Market
Mbarara Central Market
Mbarara Market
Mbarara Market

Hotels in Bwizibwera

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Emburara Farm Lodge

Restaurants in Bwizibwera

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buffalo Resort Restaurant

Clinics in Bwizibwera

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Top Care Medical Clinic

Gas Stations in Bwizibwera

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bam
Nesta
Stabex
Super One

Banks in Bwizibwera

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mushana SACCO Ltd

Airports Near Bwizibwera

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ibanda AirportSmall Airport
Kabale AirportSmall Airport
Kagera Sugar AirportSmall Airport
Mbarara AirportMBQSmall Airport
Mweya AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bwizibwera

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Katebe COU Parish
Sunday Worship

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Kampala
Elevation
1,415 m (4,643 ft)

Around Bwizibwera

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 107
Hospitals 24
Pharmacies 2
Restaurants 20
Cafes 5
Bars 6
Supermarkets 4
Banks 18
Museums 1
Hotels 22
Parks 1
Police Stations 2
Places of Worship 14

Things to See Near Bwizibwera

2 places within 15 km

🏰 Castles (1)
  • • Ankole Kingdom Palace
🌄 Viewpoints (1)
  • • Simone's waterfall

🇺🇬 About Uganda

Capital Kampala
Population 42,723,139
Area 236,040 km²
GDP (USD) $48,768,955,863
GDP per capita $1,002
HDI 0.550
Life expectancy 68.3 years
Internet users 15.3%
Urban population 30.6%
Currency UGX (Shilling)
Languages English, Swahili
Calling code +256
TLD .ug
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Uganda

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Liberation Day Liberation Day
Feb 16 Archbishop Janani Luwum Day Archbishop Janani Luwum Day
Mar 8 International Women's Day International Women's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
Jun 3 Martyrs' Day Martyrs' Day
Jun 9 National Heroes' Day National Heroes' Day
Oct 9 Independence Day Independence Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bwizibwera

What is the population of Bwizibwera?

Bwizibwera has a population of 79,157 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 302 people per square mile, spread across 262.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bwizibwera?

Bwizibwera 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 73°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.6 inches.

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