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Kyamahungu, Uganda

Western Region · Uganda

Kyamahungu is a small city in Western Region, Uganda with a population of 15,800. Elevation: 5,207 ft (1,587 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

15,800 Population 34/sq mi density
5,207 ft Elevation 1,587 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
49.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone

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People

Population15,800
Density34/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation5,207 ft (1,587 m)
Population15,800
Population Density34 / sq mi
Elevation5,207 ft (1,587 m)
Coordinates-0.4514°, 30.1133°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceWestern Region
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation49.2 inches (1,249 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kyamahungu

Kyamahungu is a small city in Uganda (Western Region) with a population of 15,800. The city sits at an elevation of 5,207 feet (1,587 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.

Climate in Kyamahungu

Kyamahungu has an average annual temperature of 21.8°C (71°F). The hottest month is Feb (22.5°C), the coldest is Nov (21.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1519 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.9°C / 71°F 16° / 29.1° 97.5
Feb 22.5°C / 73°F 16.2° / 30.3° 71.6
Mar 22.4°C / 72°F 16.2° / 30.9° 141.0
Apr 21.8°C / 71°F 16.2° / 29.3° 180.8
May 21.8°C / 71°F 16.1° / 29.1° 120.4
Jun 21.3°C / 70°F 15.1° / 28.8° 54.7
Jul 21.6°C / 71°F 14.5° / 29.9° 49.4
Aug 22.3°C / 72°F 15.2° / 30.9° 145.9
Sep 22.3°C / 72°F 16.2° / 30.6° 163.3
Oct 21.7°C / 71°F 16.1° / 28.9° 201.8
Nov 21.1°C / 70°F 16.2° / 27.6° 171.0
Dec 21.4°C / 70°F 15.9° / 27.6° 122.0
Kyamahungu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,207 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average68.7°F
27% above Uganda avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,207 ft (1,587 m)
Area460.2 sq mi (1,191.9 km²)
Population Density34/sq mi
Coordinates-0.4514°N, 30.1133°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.2"
29% above Uganda avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 6.34"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

72 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.5 on May 4, 2025.

Feb 5, 1994 13 km SSW of Bundibugyo, Uganda M6.2 116 km
Mar 24, 1996 15 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M5.4 113 km
Sep 4, 1990 72 km SSW of Butembo, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.4 114 km
Jun 29, 2001 11 km NNW of Kilembe, Uganda M5.3 84 km
Jul 30, 2017 52 km SSW of Kilembe, Uganda M5.3 45 km
Aug 5, 2003 46 km NNW of Ntungamo, Uganda M5.2 75 km
Apr 27, 2006 17 km NNE of Kilembe, Uganda M5.2 88 km
Mar 20, 1994 24 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 102 km
May 29, 2006 17 km N of Kasese, Uganda M4.9 88 km
Oct 18, 2009 18 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 113 km
Jan 31, 2001 3 km SE of Beni, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.9 123 km
Oct 18, 1993 7 km WSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 121 km
Jan 28, 2010 50 km W of Ntungamo, Uganda M4.9 113 km
Feb 14, 2022 12 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 113 km
Aug 15, 1998 12 km WNW of Bundibugyo, Uganda M4.8 135 km
Jan 4, 2002 46 km SW of Kilembe, Uganda M4.8 53 km
Nov 20, 2012 51 km N of Rukungiri, Uganda M4.8 22 km
Mar 27, 2023 Lake Edward region, Congo-Uganda M4.7 93 km
May 25, 2021 19 km WSW of Musanze, Rwanda M4.7 144 km
Aug 16, 1998 25 km NW of Bundibugyo, Uganda M4.7 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1938 NYAMURAGIRA Astronomical 147 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bunyaruguru (28 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bunyaruguru Maar(s) 1,554 m (5,098 ft) Unknown 28 km
Katwe-Kikorongo Tuff cone(s) 1,067 m (3,501 ft) Unknown 47 km
Muhavura Stratovolcano 4,103 m (13,461 ft) Unknown 114 km
Fort Portal Tuff cone(s) 1,615 m (5,299 ft) -2120 129 km
Visoke Stratovolcano 3,696 m (12,126 ft) 1957 132 km
Karisimbi Stratovolcano 4,490 m (14,731 ft) -8050 139 km
Nyamuragira Shield 3,058 m (10,033 ft) 2020 147 km
Nyiragongo Stratovolcano 3,470 m (11,385 ft) 2020 153 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 2.5 in
February 70°F (21°C) 2.9 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 4.9 in
April 69°F (20°C) 5.4 in
May 69°F (20°C) 4.2 in
June 68°F (20°C) 2.0 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in Driest
August 69°F (21°C) 3.9 in
September 69°F (20°C) 5.7 in
October 68°F (20°C) 6.1 in
November 68°F (20°C) 6.3 in Wettest
December 68°F (20°C) 4.1 in Coldest

Kyamahungu has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 68°F in December to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 49.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.3") and July the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Kyamahungu

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

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Nyarugopote Primary School
Mashonga Primary School
Muhame Primary School
Murambi Church School
Mushakira Main School
Ngorora Church School
Nombe Primary School
Nshugashugi Primary School
Ntungamo Primary School
Nyakabungo Primary School
Nyakatooma III Primary School
Nyakazinga Primary School
Nyamishundo Primary School
Nyampungye Primary School
Nyanga Primary School
Nyapikhi Primary School
Mashonga Madarasat Primary School
Primary School
Rubuzagye Primary School
Rushobe Primary School
Ruswa Primary School
Rwanshetsya Primary School
Rwanziro Church School
Rwenjojo Primary School
Ryamarembo Primary School
Ryamuhunga Primary School
Saint Francis Vocational School
Saint Mary's Primary School
Saint Mary's Vocational School
Tea Estate Primary School
Yehunde Preparatory School
Kakoni Primary School
Nyakashojwa Primary School
Nyakatsiro Primary School
Nyakatsiro Secondary School
Nyamutamba Primary School
Bitooma Corp School
Bubare Primary School
Bushenyi Preparatory School
Bushenyi Progressive High School
Butinde Primary School
Church School
Church School
Igara Junior School
Kabutsye Muslim Parent's School
Kakira Primary School
Nyakahandagazi Primary School
Kashambya Nursing School
Kashororo Primary School
Katunga Vocational School
Kayengo Primary School
Kemitaaha Primary School
Kibazi Primary School
Kigondo Primary School
Kyabagaju Primary School
Kyamamari Primary School
Kyamuhunga Central Day and Boarding Primary School
Kyamuhunga Central Primary School
Kyamuhunga Secondary School
Kyamuhunga Technical Institute
Kyeigamba Primary School
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Radio Stations near Kyamahungu

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
kbs (AQ) kbs UNKNOWN

Libraries in Kyamahungu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Block0.0
Kiu new library0.0
Kiu western campus library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kyamahungu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Basajjabalaba market
Bungongi Market
Kabagalame Pork Market
Kihembe brothers Nile brewaries Western distributer

Gas Stations in Kyamahungu

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Me Fuel Com
UG #6825792285

Banks in Kyamahungu

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kyamuhunga Jubilee Sacco Main Branch

Stadiums & Teams in Kyamahungu

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Airports Near Kyamahungu

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Savannah AirstripKHXMedium Airport
Ibanda AirportSmall Airport
Ishango AirportSmall Airport
Ishasha AirportSmall Airport
Kasese AirportKSESmall Airport
Katanda Rusthuru AirportSmall Airport
Kayonza AirportSmall Airport
Mbarara AirportMBQSmall Airport
Mweya AirportSmall Airport
Rutshuru AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kyamahungu

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kyeikamba Mosque

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 Kyamahungu

What is the population of Kyamahungu?

Kyamahungu has a population of 15,800 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 460.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kyamahungu?

Kyamahungu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.2 inches.

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