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Kumi, Uganda

Eastern Region · Uganda

Kumi is a mid-size city in Eastern Region, Uganda with a population of 43,500. Elevation: 3,747 ft (1,142 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

43,500 Population 71/sq mi density
3,747 ft Elevation 1,142 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
50.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone

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About Kumi

Kumi

Kumi Town, commonly called Kumi, is a town in the Eastern Region of Uganda. It is the main municipal, administrative, and commercial center in Kumi District and the site of the district headquarters.

People

Population43,500
Density71/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation3,747 ft (1,142 m)
Population43,500
Population Density71 / sq mi
Elevation3,747 ft (1,142 m)
Coordinates1.4608°, 33.9361°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceEastern Region
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation50.4 inches (1,280 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kumi

Kumi is a mid-size city in Uganda (Eastern Region) with a population of 43,500. The city sits at an elevation of 3,747 feet (1,142 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.

Climate in Kumi

Kumi has an average annual temperature of 24.6°C (76°F). The hottest month is Feb (27°C), the coldest is Jul (22.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1375 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.6°C / 78°F 17° / 35° 49.3
Feb 27°C / 81°F 17.7° / 36.2° 38.2
Mar 26.9°C / 80°F 18.7° / 37.6° 119.9
Apr 25°C / 77°F 18.5° / 34.7° 178.6
May 23.9°C / 75°F 18° / 31.9° 127.9
Jun 23°C / 73°F 17.5° / 30.5° 119.3
Jul 22.8°C / 73°F 17° / 30.2° 100.6
Aug 23.6°C / 74°F 17.6° / 31.3° 112.6
Sep 23.9°C / 75°F 18.3° / 31.6° 188.0
Oct 24.2°C / 76°F 18.1° / 32.1° 183.9
Nov 24.5°C / 76°F 17.7° / 32.2° 106.2
Dec 25.2°C / 77°F 16.5° / 33.3° 51.1
Kumi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,747 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average74.1°F
37% above Uganda avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,747 ft (1,142 m)
Area614.7 sq mi (1,592.0 km²)
Population Density71/sq mi
Coordinates1.4608°N, 33.9361°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.4"
33% above Uganda avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 7.68"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 31, 2022.

Aug 31, 2022 14 km NE of Buwenge, Uganda M4.2 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 1.0 in Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 2.0 in Warmest
March 76°F (24°C) 4.0 in
April 75°F (24°C) 7.6 in
May 74°F (23°C) 7.7 in Wettest
June 73°F (23°C) 4.5 in
July 72°F (22°C) 5.0 in Coldest
August 72°F (22°C) 5.5 in
September 73°F (23°C) 4.2 in
October 74°F (23°C) 3.9 in
November 74°F (23°C) 3.3 in
December 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in

Kumi has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 72°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 50.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (7.7") and January the driest (1.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Kumi

Institution Type Founded Website
Kumi University University - ,
Ngora School Of Nursing & Midwifrey College - ,

Schools in Kumi

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

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Oparada Primary School - - - -
Kumi Girls Secondary School - - - -
Bright Future Nursery and Primary School - - - -
Bazaar Primary School - - - -
Atutur Secondary School - - - -
Agurut Primary School - - - -
View College - - - -
Teacher Coordinating Centre - - - -
Saint Claver Secondary School - - - -
Oswapai Primary School - - - -
Kumi Parents Primary School - - - -
Ongino Secondary School - - - -
Omolokonyo Primary School - - - -
Olelia Primary School - - - -
Okouba Primary School - - - -
Mary Mca Leese Primary School - - - -
Maraka College - - - -
Learning Centre For Peace Development - - - -
Kumi Hospital Training School - - - -
Kabata Primary School - - - -
Wiggins Prmary School - - - -
Mother Magarete nursery and pfimary school - - - -
Light and shine nursery and primary school - - - -
ATUTUR SEED SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Osbosoi Primary School - - - -
Ongererei Primary School - - - -
Omatenga Primary School - - - -
Olupe Primary School - - - -
Nyero Kodike Primary School - - - -
Kodukul Primary School - - - -
Agogomit Primary School - - - -
Saint Mathias Aputon Primary School - - - -
Otipe Primary School - - - -
Olilim Primary School - - - -
Obule Primary School - - - -
Nyero Comprehensive Senior Secondary School - - - -
Kwarikwar Primary School - - - -
Kumi Youth and Disabled Vocational Institute - - - -
Chodong Primary School - - - -
Abubur Primary School - - - -
Kanyum Primary School - - - -
Atutur Child Development Centre - - - -
Ajuket Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Olimai Primary School - - - -
Kanyum Nursery & Primary School - - - -
Kanyum Comprehensive Senior Secondary School - - - -
Aukot Primary School - - - -
Adeki's Primary School - - - -
Amazing Grace Nursery and Primary School - - - -
Nyero Primary School - - - -
Nyero Rock High School - - - -
Kumi Primary School - - - -
Olungia Primary School - - - -
Wiggins Primary School - - - -
Wiggins Secondary School - - - -
Kumi Township Primary School - - - -
Hillary Storm Nursery And Primary School - - - -
Kelim Primary School - - - -
Kapokin Primary School - - - -
Kanapa Primary School - - - -
Kajamaka New Primary School - - - -
Kacoc Primary School - - - -
Kacherede Primary School - - - -
Joy Primary School - - - -
Joppa Nursery Primary School - - - -
Hope Primary School - - - -
Kumi Boys Primary School - - - -
Go Stardard Primary School - - - -
Eagles Academy Primary School - - - -
Bishop Ilukor Secondary School - - - -
Atutur Primary School - - - -
Atutur High School - - - -
Aterai Primary School - - - -
Ariet Primary School - - - -
Akalabai Primary School - - - -
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Libraries in Kumi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
KUMI University Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kumi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Akadot Market
kumi main market

Hotels in Kumi

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kumi Hotel
Residence Inn

Restaurants in Kumi

8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arise Restaurant
Asianut Restaurant
Corner Kilak
Halal Friendscorner
Juliet´s Place
Lite
neighbor's restaurant
NYERO RESTUARANT

Clinics in Kumi

11 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AGURUT HEALTH CENTRE II
ATUTUR HOSPITAL
CHURCH DISPENSARY
Divine Medical Center
DR. APOKO - OKOL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL HEALTH CENTRE
KANYUM
KUMI HOSPITAL
Kumi University Clinic
Life Saving Centre
OMATENGA HEALTH CENTRE II
ONGINO HC III

Gas Stations in Kumi

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

UG #1655767171
UG #1655781860

Banks in Kumi

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centenary Bank
Stanbic Bank

Airports Near Kumi

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Soroti AirportSRTMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kumi

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Nyero Deliverence Church
Nyero Mosque
ST BARNABAS CHURCH

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 Kumi

What is the population of Kumi?

Kumi has a population of 43,500 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 71 people per square mile, spread across 614.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kumi?

Kumi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.4 inches.

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