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Kitgum, Uganda
Northern Region · Uganda
Kitgum is a mid-size city in Northern Region, Uganda with a population of 56,891. Elevation: 3,117 ft (950 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kitgum
Kitgum is a municipality in Kitgum District in the Northern Region of Uganda. The town is administered by Kitgum Municipality Council, an urban local government. It is the largest metropolitan area in the district and the site of the district headquarters.
People
Climate
| Population | 56,891 |
| Population Density | 28 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,117 ft (950 m) |
| Coordinates | 3.2783°, 32.8867° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
| Country | 🇺🇬 Uganda |
| State / Province | Northern Region |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.3 inches (1,177 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kitgum
Kitgum is a mid-size city in Uganda (Northern Region) with a population of 56,891. The city sits at an elevation of 3,117 feet (950 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.
Climate in Kitgum
Kitgum has an average annual temperature of 24.2°C (76°F). The hottest month is Mar (26.5°C), the coldest is Jul (22.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1714 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.5°F |
| 40% above Uganda avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 252 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,117 ft (950 m) |
| Area | 2,031.8 sq mi (5,262.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 3.2783°N, 32.8867°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 5.4 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 5.8 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 6.2 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 6.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 1.3 in |
Kitgum has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 73°F in August to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Kitgum
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitgum Comprehensive College | College | - | , |
| Kitgum Core Primary Teachers College | College | - | , |
| Kitgum Integrated College | College | - | , |
| Kitgum Technical Institute | College | - | , |
| Kitgum Vision College | College | - | , |
Schools in Kitgum
61+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenlight College | - | - | - | - |
| Horizon Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Horizon Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kitgum Demonstration Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kitgum Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kitgum Public Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Modern Vocational School | - | - | - | - |
| Oxford Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Progressive College Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Bakhita Girls' Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Mary's Kitgum Boy's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Alok Kiwinyo Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Amida Child Care Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Christ the King Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dragon Vocational School | - | - | - | - |
| Glory Special Need Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Global View Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Horizon Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kitgum Highway Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kizito Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Monseigneur Antonio Vignato Mixed Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ngeta Zonal Nstitute (DFI) | - | - | - | - |
| Oryang Ojuma Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pandwong Muslim Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Prison Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rock Junior Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Janan Luwum Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Mary's Centenary Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Site For Vocational School | - | - | - | - |
| Childcare Technical Institute | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Paul Kitgum Italy Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lamola Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bishop Ochola II Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lelamu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ocettoke Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Okwici Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lokira Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Odunglee Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pagen Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Adyee Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Alero Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cayi Technical School | - | - | - | - |
| Gwengpamon Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Issoke Memorial College | - | - | - | - |
| Kitgum High School | - | - | - | - |
| Kitgum Town College | - | - | - | - |
| Childcare | - | - | - | - |
| Okidi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pajimo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pajimo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Y.Y Okot Memorial College | - | - | - | - |
| Oryang Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Akworo Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dure Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lukwor North Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lukwor Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Opette Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Putuke Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Aliance College | - | - | - | - |
| Child Care Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Global High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kitgum
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gospel Radio East Africa | christian-gospel | MP3 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Kitgum
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clothing Market | |||||
| New Outdoor Market | |||||
| Old Vegetable Market |
Hotels in Kitgum
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kitgum
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kitgum
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kitgum
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kitgum
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kitgum
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gulu Airport | ULU | Medium Airport |
| Kalongo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kitgum Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kitgum
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kitgum Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kitgum
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Joseph's |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Uganda
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kitgum
What is the population of Kitgum?
Kitgum has a population of 56,891 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 2,031.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kitgum?
Kitgum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.3 inches.