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Lwakyomba, Uganda

Western Region · Uganda

Lwakyomba is a small city in Western Region, Uganda with a population of 20,500. Elevation: 3,563 ft (1,086 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

20,500 Population 29/sq mi density
3,563 ft Elevation 1,086 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
47.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone

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People

Population20,500
Density29/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation3,563 ft (1,086 m)
Population20,500
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation3,563 ft (1,086 m)
Coordinates1.1167°, 31.4000°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceWestern Region
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation47.5 inches (1,206 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Lwakyomba

Lwakyomba is a small city in Uganda (Western Region) with a population of 20,500. The city sits at an elevation of 3,563 feet (1,086 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.

Climate in Lwakyomba

Lwakyomba has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The hottest month is Feb (24.8°C), the coldest is Nov (21.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1099 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.7°C / 75°F 15.7° / 33.3° 46.1
Feb 24.8°C / 77°F 16.7° / 35° 33.5
Mar 24.5°C / 76°F 17.2° / 35.8° 94.6
Apr 22.7°C / 73°F 17° / 31.9° 124.9
May 22.1°C / 72°F 16.1° / 30.1° 100.0
Jun 22°C / 72°F 15.8° / 30.6° 60.4
Jul 22.2°C / 72°F 14.9° / 31.6° 49.2
Aug 22.7°C / 73°F 15.6° / 32.2° 82.7
Sep 22.5°C / 73°F 16.1° / 31.1° 114.7
Oct 21.8°C / 71°F 16.4° / 29.3° 177.6
Nov 21.6°C / 71°F 16.2° / 28.4° 125.7
Dec 22.5°C / 73°F 15.4° / 31° 89.5
Lwakyomba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,563 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average72.9°F
35% above Uganda avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,563 ft (1,086 m)
Area714.4 sq mi (1,850.2 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates1.1167°N, 31.4000°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.5"
25% above Uganda avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 6.38"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

46 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 3, 2024.

Jun 15, 2007 54 km WNW of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.9 92 km
Jul 3, 2013 46 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.7 73 km
Feb 19, 2007 60 km ENE of Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.6 100 km
Oct 9, 1991 20 km N of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.6 77 km
Mar 24, 1996 15 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M5.4 150 km
Jul 2, 2013 44 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.2 77 km
Jul 3, 2013 55 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.1 81 km
Aug 31, 1994 34 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.0 70 km
Mar 15, 2011 16 km NNW of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.0 73 km
Oct 18, 1993 7 km WSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 142 km
Feb 14, 2022 12 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 144 km
Feb 5, 2004 34 km W of Muhororo, Uganda M4.8 107 km
Jul 18, 1997 55 km ESE of Nebbi, Uganda M4.8 138 km
Oct 23, 2000 38 km E of Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.8 100 km
Apr 20, 2013 50 km WSW of Kigorobya, Uganda M4.8 73 km
Jan 17, 2011 57 km E of Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.8 89 km
Mar 18, 2004 53 km N of Kigorobya, Uganda M4.7 109 km
Aug 5, 2013 28 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M4.7 69 km
Feb 25, 2017 26 km W of Hoima, Uganda M4.7 46 km
Feb 13, 2022 12 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.7 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Fort Portal (136 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Fort Portal Tuff cone(s) 1,615 m (5,299 ft) -2120 136 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 1.4 in Driest
February 75°F (24°C) 2.0 in Warmest
March 75°F (24°C) 3.9 in
April 73°F (23°C) 6.4 in Wettest
May 73°F (23°C) 4.7 in
June 72°F (22°C) 2.7 in
July 71°F (22°C) 2.9 in Coldest
August 71°F (22°C) 5.0 in
September 72°F (22°C) 5.4 in
October 72°F (22°C) 5.7 in
November 73°F (23°C) 5.2 in
December 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in

Lwakyomba has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 71°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 47.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.4") and January the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Lwakyomba

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

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primary School
Saint Charles Lwanga Primary School
Saint Catherine Primary School
Saint Adolf Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
Saint Peter's Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
Saint Peter's Primary School
Saint Stephen Primary School
Secondary School
Secondary School
Aunt Aisha Primary School
Bujaja Community School
Bujaja Modern Primary School
Kyabusinge Home Care Infants Primary School
Mpasana Primary School
Tumwire Primary School
Kisiita Seed Secondary School
Kisiita Modern Primary School
Kisiita Parent's Primary School
Damasiko Primary School
Kisiita Primary School
Mount Sinai Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
Busingye Primary School
Faith Home Of Champions Primary School
God's Faith Primary School
Hill Winners Primary School
Kihumuriro Primary School
Kijwenge Primary School
Kyakajoro Primary School
Kyakapere Primary School
Kyakijuto Primary School
Kyakuterekera Primary School
Kyamajara Primary School
Mpasana Victory Primary School
Mpongo Primary School
Primary School
Nursery School
Nyabirungi Primary School
Nyakafunjo Umea Primary School
Nyamigisha Primary School
Nyamirama Primary School
Pride Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
Primary School
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Farmers Markets in Lwakyomba

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Butema market

Clinics in Lwakyomba

6 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IHADO
IHADO HEALTH UNIT
KATIKARA H.C II
KISIITA
MPASAANA
MUKOOLA HEALTH CENTRE II

Airports Near Lwakyomba

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Buhuka AirportSmall Airport
Buseruka AirportSmall Airport
Butiaba AirportSmall Airport
Lake Albert Lodge AirstripSmall Airport
Masindi AirportKCUSmall Airport

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 Lwakyomba

What is the population of Lwakyomba?

Lwakyomba has a population of 20,500 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 714.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lwakyomba?

Lwakyomba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.5 inches.

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