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Dokolo, Uganda
Northern Region · Uganda
Dokolo is a small city in Northern Region, Uganda with a population of 23,700. Elevation: 3,540 ft (1,079 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Dokolo
Dokolo is a town in the Northern Region of Uganda. It is the main municipal, administrative, and commercial centre of Dokolo District.
People
Climate
| Population | 23,700 |
| Population Density | 44 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,540 ft (1,079 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.8983°, 33.1775° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
| Country | 🇺🇬 Uganda |
| State / Province | Northern Region |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.3 inches (1,328 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dokolo
Dokolo is a small city in Uganda (Northern Region) with a population of 23,700. The city sits at an elevation of 3,540 feet (1,079 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.
Climate in Dokolo
Dokolo has an average annual temperature of 25°C (77°F). The hottest month is Feb (27.3°C), the coldest is Jul (23.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1112 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.8°F |
| 39% above Uganda avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 241 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,540 ft (1,079 m) |
| Area | 536.7 sq mi (1,390.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 44/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.8983°N, 33.1775°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 6.5 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 7.0 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 5.9 in | |
| October | 74°F (24°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 1.6 in |
Dokolo has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 72°F in July to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 52.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.4") and January the driest (0.9").
Schools in Dokolo
42 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iguli Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Atur Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bira Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Christ The King College | - | - | - | - |
| Dokolo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dokolo Progressive Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dokolo Technical School | - | - | - | - |
| Ebeneza Vocational Institute | - | - | - | - |
| Education Offices | - | - | - | - |
| El Shaddai Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Good Hope Primary and Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
| Amatiburu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Jack & Jill Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Katinti Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Okwangodul Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Omarai Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ominai Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Oyirogole Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint John Bosco Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Technical School | - | - | - | - |
| Tede Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Koroto Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kaburuburu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lwala Girls Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Opilitok Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Oriamo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Akolodong Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Alenga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Alwitmach Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Amwoma Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hilltop Nursery & Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Igar Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Abalang Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Abenyo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Awiri Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kaberokole Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Onweng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Adwila Modern Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Agwencibange Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Alwa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Alwa Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Alwa Technical School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Dokolo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akuya |
Hotels in Dokolo
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dokolo
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Dokolo
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dokolo
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dokolo
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Dokolo
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Soroti Airport | SRT | Medium Airport |
| Lira Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nakasongola Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇺🇬 About Uganda
Public Holidays in Uganda
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Dokolo
What is the population of Dokolo?
Dokolo has a population of 23,700 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 536.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dokolo?
Dokolo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.3 inches.