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Koboko, Uganda
Northern Region · Uganda
Koboko is a mid-size city in Northern Region, Uganda with a population of 64,500. Elevation: 4,049 ft (1,234 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Koboko
Koboko is a town in Northern Region of Uganda. It is the main municipal, administrative, and commercial centre of Koboko District. Koboko is also the hometown of former dictator Idi Amin who ruled Uganda from 1971 to 1979.
People
Climate
| Population | 64,500 |
| Population Density | 196 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,049 ft (1,234 m) |
| Coordinates | 3.4136°, 30.9599° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
| Country | 🇺🇬 Uganda |
| State / Province | Northern Region |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.9 inches (1,496 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Koboko
Koboko is a mid-size city in Uganda (Northern Region) with a population of 64,500. The city sits at an elevation of 4,049 feet (1,234 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.
Climate in Koboko
Koboko has an average annual temperature of 24.9°C (77°F). The hottest month is Mar (28.4°C), the coldest is Jul (23.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1499 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.7°F |
| 40% above Uganda avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 229 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,049 ft (1,234 m) |
| Area | 328.7 sq mi (851.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 196/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 3.4136°N, 30.9599°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 5.8 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 5.4 in | |
| June | 74°F (24°C) | 5.5 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 6.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 7.8 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 8.0 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 1.4 in |
Koboko has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 73°F in July to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 58.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.4") and January the driest (0.8").
Colleges & Universities in Koboko
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lokora Private Secondary School. | College | 2017 | , |
| Nyori Arch Deaconary Training Centre | College | 1996 | , |
| Ookibo Agricultre Training Center | College | 2006 | , |
| St John Bosco PTC Lodonga | College | 1945 | , |
| Utesco Technical School | College | 2008 | , |
Schools in Koboko
71+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mondrugoro Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ombachi Self Help Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ombachi Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ombachi Bible School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyoricheku Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyarilo Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyanglia Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyaliro Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyai Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Osubu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mindrabe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Millenium College Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Midland Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Midia Vocational School | - | - | - | - |
| Midia Technical School | - | - | - | - |
| Metino Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Midia Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lurujo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Telemunga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lobule Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Koboko Public Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lead Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyarilo sec school | - | - | - | - |
| Nyarilo ps | - | - | - | - |
| Nyangilia Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Uyiga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tukaliri Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Longira Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tdms Teacher's Development Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Mark Nyarilo Nursery Primary and Adult Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Charles Lwanga College | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Catherine Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Catherine Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ruchuko Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Progressive Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Padrombu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bright Academy Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Goya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Glorious Girl's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ginyaku Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gbukutu Hayatil Islamic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Eden Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dricile Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dranya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Daystar Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Homing Crane Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Birijaku Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ayakalio Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Apa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Adrumaga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Abele Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Progressive Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Retriko Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ogo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Koboko Town College | - | - | - | - |
| Longira Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lokiri Islamic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Leiko Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kuniro Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kulugbi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kuduzia Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kochi Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kobokoparents Girls Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ayume Memorial Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Koboko Technical School | - | - | - | - |
| Koboko Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Koboko Modern Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kings and Queens Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Kingaba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kimu Fal School | - | - | - | - |
| Ifoko Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Koboko
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abelekoni Market | |||||
| Achianuku Market | |||||
| Ambelechu Market | |||||
| Andia market | |||||
| Animicia market | |||||
| Aniti Market | |||||
| Koka Market | |||||
| Komendaku Market | |||||
| Kubala | |||||
| Kubala Live Stock | |||||
| Kumuyo market | |||||
| Kumuyo Market | |||||
| Kuru Market | |||||
| Mahad Masjid And Sons Grinding Machine | |||||
| Mango Market | |||||
| Mavule Market | |||||
| Mgbafia Market Centre | |||||
| Mulemule market center | |||||
| Nadia Faida Tailoring And Training Center | |||||
| Oluodri | |||||
| Oyakua Market | |||||
| Polota Market | |||||
| Tuliki |
Hotels in Koboko
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Koboko
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Koboko
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Koboko
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Koboko
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Koboko
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Arua Airport | RUA | Medium Airport |
| Aba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aru Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kajo Keji Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kere Kere Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Koboko Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yei Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Koboko
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| kauthar mosque | |
| Koboko Catholic Church | |
| Koboko Pentecostal Church | |
| St Andrew Church |
Quick Facts
Around Koboko
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇺🇬 About Uganda
Public Holidays in Uganda
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Koboko
What is the population of Koboko?
Koboko has a population of 64,500 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 196 people per square mile, spread across 328.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Koboko?
Koboko has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.9 inches.