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Kyenjojo, Uganda

Western Region · Uganda

Kyenjojo is a small city in Western Region, Uganda with a population of 28,600. Elevation: 4,377 ft (1,334 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

28,600 Population 29/sq mi density
4,377 ft Elevation 1,334 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
49.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone

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About Kyenjojo

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

People

Population28,600
Density29/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation4,377 ft (1,334 m)
Population28,600
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation4,377 ft (1,334 m)
Coordinates0.6328°, 30.6214°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceWestern Region
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation49.6 inches (1,259 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kyenjojo

Kyenjojo is a small city in Uganda (Western Region) with a population of 28,600. The city sits at an elevation of 4,377 feet (1,334 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 49.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.

Climate in Kyenjojo

Kyenjojo has an average annual temperature of 21.1°C (70°F). The hottest month is Feb (22.5°C), the coldest is Jun (20.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1378 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.6°C / 71°F 14.9° / 29.6° 81.2
Feb 22.5°C / 72°F 15.7° / 31.5° 50.7
Mar 22.2°C / 72°F 15.7° / 31.5° 135.3
Apr 21.1°C / 70°F 15.8° / 28.5° 125.7
May 20.8°C / 69°F 15° / 27.6° 111.3
Jun 20.4°C / 69°F 14.3° / 27.7° 78.4
Jul 20.5°C / 69°F 13.6° / 28.9° 69.2
Aug 21.2°C / 70°F 14.3° / 29.6° 113.6
Sep 21.3°C / 70°F 15.2° / 29.3° 134.6
Oct 20.8°C / 69°F 15.3° / 27.7° 175.0
Nov 20.4°C / 69°F 15° / 26.5° 160.3
Dec 20.9°C / 70°F 15.1° / 27.7° 143.0
Kyenjojo 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 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,377 feet.

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 Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,377 ft (1,334 m)
Area974.6 sq mi (2,524.3 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates0.6328°N, 30.6214°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.6"
30% above Uganda avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.13"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

87 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.7 on Feb 13, 2025.

Feb 5, 1994 13 km SSW of Bundibugyo, Uganda M6.2 65 km
Jun 15, 2007 54 km WNW of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.9 123 km
Jul 3, 2013 46 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.7 105 km
Feb 19, 2007 60 km ENE of Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.6 125 km
Mar 24, 1996 15 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M5.4 51 km
Jul 30, 2017 52 km SSW of Kilembe, Uganda M5.3 133 km
Jun 29, 2001 11 km NNW of Kilembe, Uganda M5.3 82 km
Apr 27, 2006 17 km NNE of Kilembe, Uganda M5.2 69 km
Jul 2, 2013 44 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.2 113 km
Jul 3, 2013 55 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.1 104 km
Mar 15, 2011 16 km NNW of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.0 141 km
Aug 31, 1994 34 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.0 116 km
Oct 18, 2009 18 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 54 km
Mar 20, 1994 24 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 54 km
May 29, 2006 17 km N of Kasese, Uganda M4.9 65 km
Feb 14, 2022 12 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 45 km
Jan 31, 2001 3 km SE of Beni, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.9 127 km
Oct 18, 1993 7 km WSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 45 km
Jan 17, 2011 57 km E of Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.8 109 km
Aug 15, 1998 12 km WNW of Bundibugyo, Uganda M4.8 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fort Portal (42 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Fort Portal Tuff cone(s) 1,615 m (5,299 ft) -2120 42 km
Bunyaruguru Maar(s) 1,554 m (5,098 ft) Unknown 110 km
Katwe-Kikorongo Tuff cone(s) 1,067 m (3,501 ft) Unknown 111 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 1.5 in Driest
February 70°F (21°C) 2.0 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in
April 70°F (21°C) 5.9 in
May 69°F (21°C) 4.3 in
June 68°F (20°C) 2.5 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in Coldest
August 68°F (20°C) 4.7 in
September 68°F (20°C) 6.2 in
October 68°F (20°C) 7.1 in Wettest
November 69°F (20°C) 5.8 in
December 68°F (20°C) 2.9 in

Kyenjojo has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 68°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 49.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Kyenjojo

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

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Butiiti Modern Secondary School
Nyarukoma Senior Secondary School
Prime High School
Rwamukoora Primary School
Rwentaiki Primary School
Stadolf High School Katoosa
Township Day and Boarding Primary School
Zika Foundation Schools (Secondary School)
Budiida Primary School
Buhoko Primary School
Butiiti Boy's Primary School
Butiiti Centenary Secondary School
Butiiti Girl's Primary School
Nyantungo Primary School
Galihuma Primary School
Kaihura Parents Secondary School
Kaihura Pink Primary School
Kyanyama Primary School
Madoxx Secondary School
Norship Primary School
Nyakahama Primary School
Primary School
Staugustine Primary School
Staugustine Secondary School
Saint Mary's Primary School
Kyankuuta Primary School
Kirongo Primary School
Primary School
Agaba Memorial Skills Training Centre
Bucuni Primary School
Bwahurro Primary School
Bwenza Primary School
Elgonia Infant Day and Boarding Primary School
Global Junior School
Hakatoma Primary School
Katoosa Primary School
Kidudu Primary School
Kijwiga Primary School
Kiregesa Primary School
Primary School
Kyengo Moslem Primary School
Kyenjojo Boarding Primary School
Kyenjojo Model Primary School
Kyenjojo Senior Secondary School
Lihgt Star Day Boarding Primary School
Living Hope Nursery School
Mabaale Community Primary School
Mary and Martha Nursery School
Nkera Subgrade Primary School
Nyamango Primary School
Nyarukoma Primary School
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Hotels in Kyenjojo

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Galilee House

Monuments in Kyenjojo

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Katoosa Martyrs Villa

Clinics in Kyenjojo

10 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BUTITI
EL-SHADAI MEDICAL CENTRE
KAIHURA VIRAMARA H/C II
MBALE H/C II
MIDAS TOUCH MEDICAL SERVICES
NYAKARONGO H/CII
ST ADOLF BUTIITI H/C II
ST. EDWARD HEALTH UNIT
ST. MARY'S HEALTH CENTRE II
TIANSHI HEALTH PRODUCTS

Gas Stations in Kyenjojo

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tini Petro
Total Kyenjojo

Airports Near Kyenjojo

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Buhuka AirportSmall Airport
Bundibugyo AirportSmall Airport
Fort Portal AirportSmall Airport
Kasese AirportKSESmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Kampala
Elevation
1,400 m (4,593 ft)

🇺🇬 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 Kyenjojo

What is the population of Kyenjojo?

Kyenjojo has a population of 28,600 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 974.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kyenjojo?

Kyenjojo 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 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.6 inches.

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