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Kasambya, Uganda

Central Region · Uganda

Kasambya is a small city in Central Region, Uganda with a population of 15,700. Elevation: 4,094 ft (1,248 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

15,700 Population 11/sq mi density
4,094 ft Elevation 1,248 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
40.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone

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People

Population15,700
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation4,094 ft (1,248 m)
Population15,700
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation4,094 ft (1,248 m)
Coordinates0.4333°, 31.2333°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceCentral Region
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation40.3 inches (1,023 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kasambya

Kasambya is a small city in Uganda (Central Region) with a population of 15,700. The city sits at an elevation of 4,094 feet (1,248 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.

Climate in Kasambya

Kasambya has an average annual temperature of 21.4°C (71°F). The hottest month is Feb (23°C), the coldest is Jun (20.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1212 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.1°C / 72°F 14.5° / 31.1° 60.1
Feb 23°C / 73°F 15.7° / 32.6° 44.6
Mar 22.6°C / 73°F 15.9° / 32.7° 125.6
Apr 21.3°C / 70°F 16° / 29.3° 129.5
May 20.8°C / 69°F 15° / 28° 100.3
Jun 20.5°C / 69°F 14.3° / 28.3° 58.3
Jul 20.6°C / 69°F 13.2° / 29.6° 50.6
Aug 21.5°C / 71°F 14.3° / 30.3° 88.1
Sep 21.5°C / 71°F 15.3° / 29.9° 117.6
Oct 21°C / 70°F 15.3° / 28.5° 180.2
Nov 20.6°C / 69°F 15.1° / 27.2° 145.9
Dec 21.1°C / 70°F 14.4° / 28.6° 111.5
Kasambya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 263 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 40.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,094 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.8°F
31% above Uganda avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,094 ft (1,248 m)
Area1,402.8 sq mi (3,633.1 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates0.4333°N, 31.2333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.3"
6% above Uganda avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.51"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

58 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 3, 2024.

Feb 5, 1994 13 km SSW of Bundibugyo, Uganda M6.2 134 km
Jun 15, 2007 54 km WNW of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.9 150 km
Jul 3, 2013 46 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.7 128 km
Mar 24, 1996 15 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M5.4 119 km
Jun 29, 2001 11 km NNW of Kilembe, Uganda M5.3 141 km
Jul 2, 2013 44 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.2 135 km
Apr 27, 2006 17 km NNE of Kilembe, Uganda M5.2 129 km
Jul 3, 2013 55 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.1 132 km
Mar 15, 2011 16 km NNW of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.0 146 km
Aug 31, 1994 34 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.0 133 km
Oct 18, 1993 7 km WSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 115 km
Feb 14, 2022 12 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 113 km
May 29, 2006 17 km N of Kasese, Uganda M4.9 125 km
Mar 20, 1994 24 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 118 km
Oct 18, 2009 18 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 122 km
Aug 15, 1998 12 km WNW of Bundibugyo, Uganda M4.8 146 km
Feb 5, 2004 34 km W of Muhororo, Uganda M4.8 105 km
Oct 23, 2000 38 km E of Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.8 139 km
Jan 17, 2011 57 km E of Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.8 140 km
Apr 20, 2013 50 km WSW of Kigorobya, Uganda M4.8 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fort Portal (113 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Fort Portal Tuff cone(s) 1,615 m (5,299 ft) -2120 113 km
Bunyaruguru Maar(s) 1,554 m (5,098 ft) Unknown 146 km
Katwe-Kikorongo Tuff cone(s) 1,067 m (3,501 ft) Unknown 157 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.7 in
February 73°F (23°C) 1.9 in Warmest
March 72°F (22°C) 3.8 in
April 71°F (22°C) 5.2 in
May 70°F (21°C) 3.3 in
June 70°F (21°C) 1.6 in Driest
July 70°F (21°C) 2.0 in Coldest
August 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in
September 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in
October 70°F (21°C) 5.5 in Wettest
November 71°F (21°C) 4.8 in
December 71°F (21°C) 2.3 in

Kasambya has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 70°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 40.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.5") and June the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Kasambya

66+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Saint Charles Lubuuka Nursery and Primary School
Kawadisa Primary School
Mary and Paul Primary School
Silver Steps Secondary School
Secondary School
Sebowa Memorial Primary School
Saint Mary's Primary School
Saint Don Bosco Catholic Primary School
Saint David's Primary School
Kyakasimbi Primary School
Saint Benedict Secondary School
Primary School
Precious Child Learning Centre Primary School
Newlife Kirume Primary School
New Life Preparatory Primary School
Nangabo Primary School
Nakawala Primary School
Nakasaga Foundation Primary School
Ntungamo Public Primary School
Visional Junior Primary School
Answered Prayers Primary School
Bright Star Infant Primary School
Butawata Primary School
Kabatoza Primary School
Katega Primary School
Katogole Primary School
Kiganda Secondary School
Kigando Primary School
Kyamuganura Primary School
Kyigando Primary School
Kyobwiro Primary School
Pride Progressive Secondary School
Saint John Kabandole Primary
Ebenezer Foundation Nursery and Primary School
Kasaana Public Primary School
Kasaana Church of Uganda Primary School
Kajumiro Primary School
Kairos Nursery and Primary School
Kabbo Seed Secondary School
Highland Progress Primary School
Gwanika Primary School
Goodlife Primary School
Kasambya DAS Primary School
Bagezza Seed Secondary School
Primary School
Rubona Parents Excel Primary School
Rajashaki Primary School
Kyabunyasi Primary School
Kisumu Modern Nursery & Primary School
Butuuti Primary School
Ruhanga Primary School
Kasambya Light Primary School
Kasambya Muslim Primary School
Kasambya Parents' Secondary School
Kasambya Primary School
Kasambya Quran Secondary School
Kasasa Primary School
Khonzi Primary School
Kibalinga Primary School
Kitabowa Primary School
Kiwamirembe Primary School
Kiyita Primary School
Kyebbumba Primary School
Lusiba Progressive School
Lwawuna Primary School
Muyinayina Primary School
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Clinics in Kasambya

5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BUTAWATA
KASAMBYA
KIBALINGA
MAWUJJO NO
NABINGOLA

Train Stations in Kasambya

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kasambia

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Kampala

🇺🇬 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 Kasambya

What is the population of Kasambya?

Kasambya has a population of 15,700 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 1,402.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kasambya?

Kasambya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.3 inches.

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