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Kikube, Uganda

Western Region · Uganda

Kikube is a small city in Western Region, Uganda with a population of 18,100. Elevation: 3,488 ft (1,063 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

18,100 Population 14/sq mi density
3,488 ft Elevation 1,063 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
50.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone

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About Kikube

Kikuube is a town in the Western Region of Uganda. It is the main municipal, administrative, and commercial center of Kikuube District and the site of the district headquarters.

People

Population18,100
Density14/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation3,488 ft (1,063 m)
Population18,100
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation3,488 ft (1,063 m)
Coordinates1.3564°, 31.2222°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceWestern Region
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation50.6 inches (1,286 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kikube

Kikube is a small city in Uganda (Western Region) with a population of 18,100. The city sits at an elevation of 3,488 feet (1,063 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 50.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.

Climate in Kikube

Kikube has an average annual temperature of 24.9°C (77°F). The hottest month is Feb (27.2°C), the coldest is Nov (23.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1053 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26°C / 79°F 18.7° / 34.2° 29.9
Feb 27.2°C / 81°F 19.3° / 35.5° 29.4
Mar 26.9°C / 80°F 20° / 36.8° 81.2
Apr 25°C / 77°F 19.5° / 33.7° 101.0
May 24.4°C / 76°F 18.8° / 32.2° 91.7
Jun 24°C / 75°F 18.3° / 31.7° 75.5
Jul 24.1°C / 75°F 17.6° / 32.2° 65.6
Aug 24.5°C / 76°F 18.3° / 32.5° 111.0
Sep 24.4°C / 76°F 18.9° / 31.4° 125.3
Oct 23.9°C / 75°F 19.2° / 30.1° 176.5
Nov 23.8°C / 75°F 19.3° / 29.9° 110.5
Dec 24.9°C / 77°F 18.5° / 32.5° 55.5
Kikube has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,488 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average73.3°F
36% above Uganda avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,488 ft (1,063 m)
Area1,277.9 sq mi (3,309.7 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates1.3564°N, 31.2222°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.6"
33% above Uganda avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 6.54"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

56 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 3, 2024.

Jun 15, 2007 54 km WNW of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.9 59 km
Jul 3, 2013 46 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.7 42 km
Feb 19, 2007 60 km ENE of Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.6 68 km
Oct 9, 1991 20 km N of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.6 50 km
Mar 24, 1996 15 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M5.4 147 km
Jul 2, 2013 44 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.2 45 km
Jul 3, 2013 55 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.1 50 km
Aug 31, 1994 34 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.0 37 km
Mar 15, 2011 16 km NNW of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.0 43 km
Oct 18, 2009 18 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 149 km
Feb 14, 2022 12 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 142 km
Oct 18, 1993 7 km WSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 138 km
May 27, 1997 57 km E of Nebbi, Uganda M4.8 135 km
Jan 17, 2011 57 km E of Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.8 57 km
Jul 18, 1997 55 km ESE of Nebbi, Uganda M4.8 117 km
Feb 5, 2004 34 km W of Muhororo, Uganda M4.8 97 km
Oct 23, 2000 38 km E of Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.8 72 km
Apr 20, 2013 50 km WSW of Kigorobya, Uganda M4.8 43 km
Aug 5, 2013 28 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M4.7 36 km
Aug 15, 1998 26 km N of Bundibugyo, Uganda M4.7 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Fort Portal (130 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Fort Portal Tuff cone(s) 1,615 m (5,299 ft) -2120 130 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 1.3 in Driest
February 76°F (24°C) 1.7 in Warmest
March 76°F (24°C) 4.1 in
April 74°F (23°C) 6.5 in Wettest
May 73°F (23°C) 5.5 in
June 72°F (22°C) 3.4 in
July 71°F (22°C) 3.5 in Coldest
August 72°F (22°C) 5.2 in
September 72°F (22°C) 5.6 in
October 72°F (22°C) 6.4 in
November 73°F (23°C) 5.4 in
December 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in

Kikube has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 71°F in July to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 50.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.5") and January the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Kikube

35 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Muntume Church of Uganda Primary School - - - -
Kizirafumbi Mixed Nursery and Primary School - - - -
Kiziranfumbi Secondary School - - - -
Kiziranfumbi United Nursery and Primary - - - -
Kyambara Primary School - - - -
Mukabara Primary School - - - -
Munteme Fatima College - - - -
Munteme Junior School - - - -
Munteme Primary School - - - -
Kiswaza Primary School - - - -
Rumogi Primary School - - - -
Rusaka Primary School - - - -
Saint Joseph's Technical School - - - -
Saint Lawrence Nursery School - - - -
Saint Tito Winyi Primary School - - - -
Saint Winfred Goodhope Nursery and Primary School - - - -
Wambabya Excel Secondary School - - - -
Wambabya Primary School - - - -
Bugambe BCS Primary School - - - -
Bugambe Secondary School - - - -
Bugambe Tea Primary School - - - -
Kitondora Primary School - - - -
Kyabaseke Primary School - - - -
Oasis Junior School - - - -
Ruguse Primary School - - - -
Rukumba Memorial Secondary School - - - -
Bishop Ruhindi Primary Schooloool - - - -
Bugambe Model Primary School - - - -
Bujubu Public Primary School - - - -
Kakende Nursery and Primary School - - - -
Kamusunsi Primary School - - - -
Karama Primary School - - - -
Kibararu Primary School - - - -
Kihaji Primary School - - - -
Kikuube Primary School - - - -
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Libraries in Kikube

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Hoima Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kikube

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Butema market
Hoima Central Market
Karongo market

Clinics in Kikube

5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CARE MEDICAL CLININC WAMBABYA
HEALTH CENTRE III
MUNTEME
WAMBABYA
WAMBABYA HEALTH CENTRE II

Gas Stations in Kikube

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sentrich Fuels

Stadiums & Teams in Kikube

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Airports Near Kikube

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Buhuka Airport-Small Airport
Buseruka Airport-Small Airport
Butiaba Airport-Small Airport
Lake Albert Lodge Airstrip-Small Airport
Masindi AirportKCUSmall Airport

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 Kikube

What is the population of Kikube?

Kikube has a population of 18,100 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 1,277.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kikube?

Kikube 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 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.6 inches.

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