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Lyantonde, Uganda

Central Region · Uganda

Lyantonde is a small city in Central Region, Uganda with a population of 16,300. Elevation: 4,137 ft (1,261 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

16,300 Population 43/sq mi density
4,137 ft Elevation 1,261 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
31.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone

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About Lyantonde

Lyantonde

Lyantonde is a town in the southern part of the Central Region of Uganda. It is the main municipal, administrative, and commercial center of Lyantonde District.

People

Population16,300
Density43/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation4,137 ft (1,261 m)
Population16,300
Population Density43 / sq mi
Elevation4,137 ft (1,261 m)
Coordinates-0.4031°, 31.1572°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceCentral Region
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation31.5 inches (801 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Lyantonde

Lyantonde is a small city in Uganda (Central Region) with a population of 16,300. The city sits at an elevation of 4,137 feet (1,261 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.

Climate in Lyantonde

Lyantonde has an average annual temperature of 20.8°C (69°F). The hottest month is Feb (21.7°C), the coldest is Jun (20°C). Average annual precipitation is 1517 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.2°C / 70°F 15° / 28.3° 80.6
Feb 21.7°C / 71°F 15.5° / 29.2° 81.0
Mar 21.3°C / 70°F 15.5° / 28.9° 151.4
Apr 20.7°C / 69°F 15.4° / 27.8° 205.0
May 20.3°C / 69°F 14.8° / 26.7° 122.1
Jun 20°C / 68°F 14° / 26.6° 45.5
Jul 20°C / 68°F 12.8° / 27.7° 31.7
Aug 21°C / 70°F 13.7° / 28.6° 148.4
Sep 21.3°C / 70°F 14.9° / 28.6° 172.8
Oct 21°C / 70°F 15.3° / 27.7° 191.3
Nov 20.5°C / 69°F 15.2° / 26.6° 178.2
Dec 20.9°C / 70°F 14.7° / 27.3° 109.0
Lyantonde enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 279 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,137 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average69.3°F
28% above Uganda avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,137 ft (1,261 m)
Area380.9 sq mi (986.6 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates-0.4031°N, 31.1572°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.5"
17% below Uganda avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 4.49"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Sep 10, 2016 27 km ENE of Nsunga, Tanzania M5.9 87 km
Apr 27, 2006 17 km NNE of Kilembe, Uganda M5.2 146 km
Feb 14, 2022 12 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 149 km
Mar 20, 1994 24 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 146 km
May 29, 2006 17 km N of Kasese, Uganda M4.9 143 km
Nov 20, 2012 51 km N of Rukungiri, Uganda M4.8 137 km
Feb 13, 2022 12 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.7 150 km
Aug 6, 2019 16 km SSE of Kasese, Uganda M4.6 125 km
Feb 28, 2023 1 km NW of Kilembe, Uganda M4.6 145 km
May 22, 1994 22 km SSW of Kilembe, Uganda M4.6 144 km
Mar 4, 2023 21 km N of Kasese, Uganda M4.5 145 km
Apr 10, 2017 43 km SSW of Kilembe, Uganda M4.5 148 km
Mar 29, 1994 22 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.5 148 km
Aug 3, 2024 16 km NNE of Kamwenge, Uganda M4.5 110 km
May 26, 1995 17 km NNW of Kyenjojo, Uganda M4.5 147 km
Mar 4, 2023 23 km N of Kasese, Uganda M4.4 147 km
Jan 30, 2020 26 km SSE of Kasese, Uganda M4.4 118 km
Aug 15, 1998 17 km NNE of Kasese, Uganda M4.4 136 km
Apr 27, 2006 15 km NNE of Kilembe, Uganda M4.4 147 km
May 24, 2004 8 km SSW of Kasese, Uganda M4.4 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bunyaruguru (122 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bunyaruguru Maar(s) 1,554 m (5,098 ft) Unknown 122 km
Katwe-Kikorongo Tuff cone(s) 1,067 m (3,501 ft) Unknown 142 km
Fort Portal Tuff cone(s) 1,615 m (5,299 ft) -2120 159 km
Muhavura Stratovolcano 4,103 m (13,461 ft) Unknown 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 1.8 in
February 70°F (21°C) 2.1 in
March 71°F (21°C) 3.6 in Warmest
April 70°F (21°C) 4.5 in Wettest
May 69°F (21°C) 2.6 in
June 69°F (20°C) 0.6 in Driest
July 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 69°F (21°C) 1.9 in
September 69°F (21°C) 3.1 in
October 69°F (21°C) 3.8 in
November 69°F (21°C) 4.3 in
December 69°F (21°C) 2.6 in

Lyantonde has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 68°F in July to 71°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Lyantonde

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

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Luqman Secondary School
Nani-shwari Primary School
Nampongerwa Primary School
Mwebaze Primary School
Matala Nursery and Primary School
Lyantonde Town School
Lyantonde Public Primary School
Lyantonde Parents Primary School
Lyantonde Moslem Health Training Centre
Lyantonde Model Primary School
Lyakisana Primary School
Lwamanyo Church of Uganda Primary School
Olly Nursery & Primary School
Lords Nursery & Primary School
Kyewanula Primary School
Kyabigando Primary School
Kyabbuza Secondary School
Kyabbuza Primary School
Kwagalakwe Dbs Primary School
Kisaka Primary School
Kigando Primary School
Kibubu Muslim Primary School
Kempega Primary School
Saint Mark Primary School
Victoria Secondary School
Vera Care Learning Centre
Turyagyenda Foundation Primary School
Trinity Secondary School
Teddy Bears Primary School
Save Nursery and Primary School
Salaama Vocational Educational Center Ltd
Saint Paul Primary School
Saint Paul Primary School
Saint Noah Vocational School
Saint Martin Primary School
Katovu Primary School
Saint Joseph Kalegero Primary School
Saint John Bosco Primary School
Saint Gonzaga Secondary School
Saint Gerald Primary School
Saint Gerald Primary School
Saint Francis Nursery & Primary School
Saint Dennis Lugologolo Primary School
Saint Charles Kasenene
Ronald Ruta Primary School
Prince Public School
Roman Catholic Primary School
Ruyonza Primary School
Nyakashashara Primary School
Nyakashashara Church Of Uganda
Nyakahita Primary School
Nyakahita Model Primary School
Kyakabunga Primary School
Huguuka Primary School
Saint Mary's Primary School
Saint Jude Primary School
Saint Jude Kiwumulo Primary School
Saint Joseph Kabatema Primary School
Kitazigolokwa Primary School
Lwendezi Primary School
Lugala Primary School
Kyakakala Primary School
Kyakakala Moslem Primary School
Kiyindi Primary School
Katovu Primary School
Kalambi Primary School
Kalama Primary Scvhool
David Primary School
Binikikira Primary School
Ian College
Katovu Community Secondary School
Kasambya Secondary School
Kasambya Primary School
Kalagala Primary School
Kakibandi Primary School
Kagurusi Memorial Kindergarten
Kabatemere Primary School
Kabashegwa Primary School
Jesus Cares Primary School
Islamic Primary School
Ims Salem Secondary School
Bamunanika Primary School
Good Hope Primary School
Gamma Preparatory School
Cope Primary School
Bulimbale Baptist Primary School
Bulamu Nursing Home School
Bright Future Day and Boardg Primary School
Bright Academy Primary School
Biwolobo Primary School
Kyakabunga Community School
Kitazigolokwa Primary School
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Farmers Markets in Lyantonde

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lyantonde Market

Hotels in Lyantonde

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Courtyard Hotel
Mpogo Lodge
Mpogo Safari Lodge

Clinics in Lyantonde

14 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BIWOLOBO
HEALTH CENTRE II
Kabula Prison HC II
KALEGERO HC II
Kaliiro HC III
KINUUKA
Kinuuka HC III
KYABIGANDO HC II
NYAKAHITA H/C 11
Passionate Medical Centre
UG #7651409919
UG #7651409920
UG #7651409921
UG #7651409981

Gas Stations in Lyantonde

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bam
Don
Govin
Petro
Petro
Shell
Stabex
Total

Banks in Lyantonde

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centenary Bank
dfcu
Stanbic Bank

Airports Near Lyantonde

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ibanda AirportSmall Airport
Mbarara AirportMBQSmall Airport
Mutukula AirportSmall 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 Lyantonde

What is the population of Lyantonde?

Lyantonde has a population of 16,300 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 380.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lyantonde?

Lyantonde enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches.

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