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Kakira, Uganda
Eastern Region · Uganda
Kakira is a mid-size city in Eastern Region, Uganda with a population of 35,800. Elevation: 3,891 ft (1,186 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
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About Kakira
Kakira is a town in the Eastern Region of Uganda. It is the location of the International headquarters of the Madhvani Group.
People
Climate
| Population | 35,800 |
| Population Density | 136 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,891 ft (1,186 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.5083°, 33.2878° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
| Country | 🇺🇬 Uganda |
| State / Province | Eastern Region |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.6 inches (1,362 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kakira
Kakira is a mid-size city in Uganda (Eastern Region) with a population of 35,800. The city sits at an elevation of 3,891 feet (1,186 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.
Climate in Kakira
Kakira 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 1267 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.9°F |
| 33% above Uganda avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 239 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,891 ft (1,186 m) |
| Area | 263.6 sq mi (682.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 136/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.5083°N, 33.2878°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Homa Mountain (167 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Homa Mountain | Complex | 1,751 m (5,745 ft) | Unknown | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 7.7 in | Wettest |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 6.0 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 3.4 in |
Kakira has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 70°F in July to 74°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 53.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.7") and January the driest (2.4").
Schools in Kakira
31 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Theresa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kakira Estate Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kakira High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwiri Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Busoga College Mwiri | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Jude Senior Secondary Musoli | — | — | — | — |
| Wairaka Community Polytechnic School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Theresa Tailoring School | — | — | — | — |
| Ntinkalu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kakira Education Office | — | — | — | — |
| Gg3 Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| David and Mary Young Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Buyemba Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Busalamu Church of Uganda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Jude Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tumaini Christian Junior Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Chico Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Stephen's Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Joseph's Nursery and Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mutai Estate Primary and Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| Muljibhai Madhvani College Wairaka | — | — | — | — |
| Madhvani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Linya Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kakira Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kabyaza Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kakira Factory Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Karongo Madhvani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Karongo Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| Kakuba Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| God's Way Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kakira
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turn Radio | music | MP3 | |
| Turn Radio - Revive Your Soul (MP3) | christian, gospel | MP3 |
Museums in Kakira
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CULTURAL REASEARCH CENTRE MUSEUM | ||||
| KIGULU CULTURAL MUSEUM | ||||
| RAILWAY MUSEUM |
Libraries in Kakira
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Education Center Community Library under EDI, Uganda. | 0.0 | |||||
| Alice Mulokyi, Busoga library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jinja Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nambi Ssepuya Community Resource center | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Libary Jinja | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kakira
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bugembe Market | |||||
| Jinja Farmers Market | |||||
| Kyabazinga market | |||||
| Madhvani Market |
Clinics in Kakira
8 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kakira
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kakira
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kakira
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kakira
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bulago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jinja Airport | JIN | Small Airport |
| Kajjansi Airfield | KJJ | Small Airport |
| Kakira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kibimba Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kakira
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kakira Post Office |
Quick Facts
🇺🇬 About Uganda
Public Holidays in Uganda
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kakira
What is the population of Kakira?
Kakira has a population of 35,800 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 136 people per square mile, spread across 263.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kakira?
Kakira has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.6 inches.