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Mbarara, Uganda

Western Region · Uganda

Mbarara is a large city in Western Region, Uganda with a population of 221,300. Elevation: 4,665 ft (1,422 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

221,300 Population 844/sq mi density
4,665 ft Elevation 1,422 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
26.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone

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About Mbarara

Mbarara

Mbarara City is a city in the Western Region of Uganda and the second largest city in Uganda after Kampala. The city is divided into 6 boroughs of Kakoba Division, Kamukuzi Division, Nyamitanga Division, Biharwe Division, Kakiika Division, Nyakayojo Division. It is the main commercial centre of most of south western districts of Uganda and the site of the district headquarters. In May 2019, the Uganda's cabinet granted Mbarara a city status, which started on 1 July 2020. The name of the municipality came from a colonial mispronunciation of Emburara, a tall grass that previously covered the whole area.

People

Population221,300
Density844/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain26.6 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation4,665 ft (1,422 m)
Population221,300
Population Density844 / sq mi
Elevation4,665 ft (1,422 m)
Coordinates-0.6047°, 30.6485°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceWestern Region
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation26.6 inches (676 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mbarara

Mbarara is a large city in Uganda (Western Region) with a population of 221,300. The city sits at an elevation of 4,665 feet (1,422 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.

Climate in Mbarara

Mbarara has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 967 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 60.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 63.4
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 93.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 134.2
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 70.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 20.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 18.9
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 71.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 93.2
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 109.6
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 156.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 74.7
Mbarara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 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 26.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,665 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average69.8°F
29% above Uganda avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,665 ft (1,422 m)
Area262.3 sq mi (679.3 km²)
Population Density844/sq mi
Coordinates-0.6047°N, 30.6485°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.6"
30% below Uganda avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 5.16"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

54 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 M6.2 150 km
Sep 10, 2016 27 km ENE of Nsunga, Tanzania M5.9 118 km
Mar 24, 1996 15 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M5.4 141 km
Jul 30, 2017 52 km SSW of Kilembe, Uganda M5.3 105 km
Jun 29, 2001 11 km NNW of Kilembe, Uganda M5.3 125 km
Aug 5, 2003 46 km NNW of Ntungamo, Uganda M5.2 134 km
Apr 27, 2006 17 km NNE of Kilembe, Uganda M5.2 123 km
Feb 14, 2022 12 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 138 km
Oct 18, 1993 7 km WSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 146 km
May 29, 2006 17 km N of Kasese, Uganda M4.9 121 km
Mar 20, 1994 24 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 130 km
Oct 18, 2009 18 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 141 km
Nov 20, 2012 51 km N of Rukungiri, Uganda M4.8 84 km
Jan 4, 2002 46 km SW of Kilembe, Uganda M4.8 112 km
Feb 13, 2025 57 km SW of Kilembe, Uganda M4.7 115 km
Feb 13, 2022 12 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.7 138 km
Mar 27, 2023 Lake Edward region, Congo-Uganda M4.7 150 km
Aug 24, 2023 60 km NNW of Rukungiri, Uganda M4.6 106 km
Aug 6, 2019 16 km SSE of Kasese, Uganda M4.6 92 km
Feb 28, 2023 1 km NW of Kilembe, Uganda M4.6 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bunyaruguru (78 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bunyaruguru Maar(s) 1,554 m (5,098 ft) Unknown 78 km
Katwe-Kikorongo Tuff cone(s) 1,067 m (3,501 ft) Unknown 100 km
Muhavura Stratovolcano 4,103 m (13,461 ft) Unknown 138 km
Fort Portal Tuff cone(s) 1,615 m (5,299 ft) -2120 152 km
Visoke Stratovolcano 3,696 m (12,126 ft) 1957 160 km
Karisimbi Stratovolcano 4,490 m (14,731 ft) -8050 167 km
Nyamuragira Shield 3,058 m (10,033 ft) 2020 184 km
Nyiragongo Stratovolcano 3,470 m (11,385 ft) 2020 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in
March 70°F (21°C) 3.9 in
April 69°F (21°C) 5.2 in Wettest
May 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in
June 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in
July 73°F (23°C) 1.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in
September 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in
October 69°F (21°C) 4.6 in
November 69°F (21°C) 5.1 in
December 69°F (21°C) 3.1 in

Mbarara has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 69°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (1.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Mbarara

Institution Type Founded Website
Ankole Western University University - ,
Bishop Stuart University University - Visit →
Mbarara University of Science & Technology University - Visit →
Universal College School University - ,

Schools in Mbarara

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

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primary School - - - -
Mbarara High School - - - -
Darren Primary School - - - -
Kabaare Primary School - - - -
Katete Primary School - - - -
Kibuli High School - - - -
Malidad Memorial School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Rukuuba Primary School - - - -
Rwendezi Primary School - - - -
Sun Light Secondary School - - - -
Bugashe I Primary School - - - -
Bugashe II Primary School - - - -
High Way Junior School - - - -
Kagaaga Primary School - - - -
Kakukuru Primary School - - - -
Kibaya Mixed Primary School - - - -
Kibaya Senior Secondary School - - - -
Madarasat Primary School - - - -
Madarasat Primary School - - - -
Mary Hill High School - - - -
Mbarara Institute For Social Development - - - -
Mbarara Junior School - - - -
Mbarara University of Science and Technology - - - -
Ngaara Primary School - - - -
Ngaara Primary School - - - -
Nyamitanga College of Business Study - - - -
Nyamitanga Primary School - - - -
Nyamitanga Secondary School - - - -
Nyamitanga Technical Institute - - - -
Nyamiyaga Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Riverside Junior School - - - -
Roman Catholic Church School - - - -
Rudicop Polytechnic School - - - -
Ruti Muslim Primary School - - - -
Ruti Rehabilitation Centre - - - -
Rwariire Primary School - - - -
Stagnes Primary School - - - -
Staloysius Kitagata Primary School - - - -
Staloysius Primary School - - - -
Stanne's Vocational Secondary School - - - -
Saint Hellen's Primary School - - - -
Saint Joseph Vocational School - - - -
Saint Lawrence Primary School - - - -
Saint Mary's Primary School - - - -
Shammah Primary School - - - -
Shuhadae Secondary School - - - -
Bataringaya Primary School - - - -
Bishop Stuart University - - - -
Booma International Secondary School - - - -
Bright Nursery & Day Care Centre - - - -
Calvary Junior Primary School - - - -
Centenary Standard Primary School - - - -
Cleverland High School - - - -
Divine Junior School - - - -
Eden International School - - - -
Elizabeth Academy Primary School - - - -
Four Stars Junior Primary School - - - -
Gesa Integrated School - - - -
Goodwill Baptist Primary School - - - -
Hall Mark Secondary School - - - -
Hilton Primary School - - - -
Holy Land Girls School - - - -
JB Primary School - - - -
Jehovah Nissi Primary School - - - -
Joy Primary School - - - -
Juna Amagara Primary and Junior - - - -
Kabateraine Memorial Primary School - - - -
Kakoba Youth Support School - - - -
Kent Foundation Vocational School - - - -
Kent Secondary School - - - -
Kyamugorani Primary School - - - -
Maanji Memorial Academy - - - -
Madalast Hamuza Primary School - - - -
Madrasat Nusratal Islamic Primary School - - - -
Mandela Junior Primary School - - - -
Mayanja Memorial Medical Training Institute - - - -
Mbarara Business and Technical School - - - -
Mbarara Central High School - - - -
Mbarara Central Primary School - - - -
Mbarara College School - - - -
Mbarara Comfort School - - - -
Global High School - - - -
Mbarara International School - - - -
Mbarara Mixed Primary School - - - -
Mbarara Modern Primary School - - - -
Mbarara Municipal Primary School - - - -
Mbarara Parents Primary School - - - -
Mbarara Preparatory Primary School - - - -
Mbarara Public Primary School - - - -
Mbarara Seventh-day Adventist Primary School - - - -
Mbarara Senior Secondary Nyamityobora - - - -
Mbarara Town Primary School - - - -
Mbarara Town Primary School - - - -
Mbarara United Pentecostal Primary School - - - -
Mirembe Junior School Primary School - - - -
Modern Secondary School - - - -
New Jay Bee Primary School - - - -
Ntare Secondary School - - - -
Nyamitanga Institute - - - -
Nyamityobora Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Quality Junior School - - - -
Rugazi Progressive Primary School - - - -
Ruharo Vocational Training School - - - -
Rwebishuri Church School - - - -
Senta College - - - -
Shalom Keber Primary School - - - -
Sulaiman Academy - - - -
Uganda Bible Institute - - - -
Uganda Martyrs' Primary School - - - -
Uganda Pentecostal Institute - - - -
Viana High School - - - -
Vottesa Technical - - - -
Window International School - - - -
YMCA Comercial Training Institute - - - -
Abeneza Primary School - - - -
Abullam Model Primary School - - - -
Adullam Demonstration Primary School - - - -
Agency For Integrated Development and Training Service - - - -
Alliance Mbarara School - - - -
Antorokia Driving School - - - -
Biharwe Muslim Primary School - - - -
Bishop Stuart Demo Primary School - - - -
Brebar High School - - - -
Early Learning Centre - - - -
Four Stars Junior Primary School - - - -
G.D.K Academy - - - -
Greenhill Primary School - - - -
Happy Angel's Primary School - - - -
Kakiika Technical School - - - -
Kakoba Business Managemnt Institute - - - -
Kakoba Institute of Commercial & Technology - - - -
Kakoba Muslim Primary School - - - -
Katojo Bihara Primary School - - - -
Kelben Unique Junior Primary School - - - -
Kishasha Preparatory Primary School - - - -
Kyahi Primary School - - - -
Model Junior Primary School - - - -
Mugamba Junior School - - - -
Parental Care Primary School - - - -
Rwebihoro Primary School - - - -
Rwebishuri Primary School - - - -
Rwobuyenje Primary School - - - -
Saint Francisican School - - - -
Western College Secondary School - - - -
Do it virtual university/Benson's Home - - - -
Booma High School - - - -
Kyamugorani Primary School - - - -
Eden International School - - - -
Cleverland High School - - - -
Hilton Primary School - - - -
Joy Primary School - - - -
Elizabeth Academy Primary School - - - -
Kent Secondary School - - - -
Kent Foundation Vocational School - - - -
Mbarara Business and Technical School - - - -
Kyamugorani - - - -
Mbarara Progressive - - - -
Tourism Institute of East Africa - - - -
Nyamityobora - - - -
A level block - - - -
Administration block - - - -
Mbarara High School - - - -
Katebe Primary School - - - -
Kishasha Primary School - - - -
Bubaare Primary School - - - -
Kabaare Primary School - - - -
Katete Primary School - - - -
Kibuli High School - - - -
Malidad Memorial School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Rukuuba Primary School - - - -
Rwendezi Primary School - - - -
Ankole Hill High School - - - -
Bright Future Primary School - - - -
Day Star Nursery and Primary School - - - -
High Way Junior School - - - -
Kagaaga Primary School - - - -
Kaguhanzya Primary School - - - -
Kakukuru Primary School - - - -
Katatumba Academy Senior School - - - -
Katatumba Primary Academy School - - - -
Madarasat Primary School - - - -
Madarasat Primary School - - - -
Mary Hill High School - - - -
Mbarara Institute For Social Development - - - -
Mbarara Junior School - - - -
Mbarara University of Science and Technology - - - -
Ngaara Primary School - - - -
Ngaara Primary School - - - -
Nyakayojo Child Development Center Primary School - - - -
Nyakayojo Primary School - - - -
Nyakayojo Senior Secondary School - - - -
Nyamitanga College of Business Study - - - -
Nyamitanga Primary School - - - -
Nyamitanga Secondary School - - - -
Nyamitanga Technical Institute - - - -
Nyamiyaga Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Riverside Junior School - - - -
Roman Catholic Church School - - - -
Rudicop Polytechnic School - - - -
Rukindo Primary School - - - -
Ruti Muslim Primary School - - - -
Ruti Rehabilitation Centre - - - -
Rwariire Primary School - - - -
Stagnes Primary School - - - -
Staloysius Primary School - - - -
Stanne's Vocational Secondary School - - - -
Saint Bonefansi Primary School - - - -
Saint George's Primary School - - - -
Saint Hellen's Primary School - - - -
Saint Joseph Vocational School - - - -
Saint Lawrence Primary School - - - -
Saint Leo's Primary School - - - -
Saint Mary's Primary School - - - -
Shammah Primary School - - - -
Sheroner Beer Drinker School - - - -
Shuhadae Secondary School - - - -
Bataringaya Primary School - - - -
Bishop Stuart University - - - -
Booma International Secondary School - - - -
Bright Nursery & Day Care Centre - - - -
Calvary Junior Primary School - - - -
Centenary Standard Primary School - - - -
Cleverland High School - - - -
Divine Junior School - - - -
Eden International School - - - -
Elizabeth Academy Primary School - - - -
Four Stars Junior Primary School - - - -
Gesa Integrated School - - - -
Goodwill Baptist Primary School - - - -
Hall Mark Secondary School - - - -
Hilton Primary School - - - -
Holy Land Girls School - - - -
JB Primary School - - - -
Jehovah Nissi Primary School - - - -
Joy Primary School - - - -
Juna Amagara Primary and Junior - - - -
Kabateraine Memorial Primary School - - - -
Kafunjo Primary School - - - -
Kakoba Youth Support School - - - -
Kent Foundation Vocational School - - - -
Kent Secondary School - - - -
Kyamugorani Primary School - - - -
Maanji Memorial Academy - - - -
Madalast Hamuza Primary School - - - -
Madrasat Nusratal Islamic Primary School - - - -
Mandela Junior Primary School - - - -
Mayanja Memorial Medical Training Institute - - - -
Mbarara Business and Technical School - - - -
Mbarara Central High School - - - -
Mbarara Central Primary School - - - -
Mbarara College School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Mbarara

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Mbarara

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
EAST AFRICAN REVIVAL MUSEUM
Eriijukiro Museum of Southwestern Uganda

Libraries in Mbarara

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
University Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Mbarara

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kakoba Market
Kakoba Market
Mbarara Central Market
Mbarara Market
Mbarara Market

Hotels in Mbarara

28 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Acacia Hotel
Africa Guest House
Africana guest house
Bwindi Destination Hotel
Canan Hotel
Discount Hotel
Entry View Guest House
Equatorial Hotel
Hotel Canan
Hotel Kash
Hotel Mayoba
Hotel Serene
Hotel Tiarah
Igongo Country Hotel
Lake View Resort Mbarara
Leisure park international hotel
Little Woods Inn
Mbarara University Inn
Mbiringa Guest House
New Classic Hotel
Nim Hotel
Nkole Deluxe Suites
Palace Hotel
Pel'Arps
Pelican Hotel
Silver Inn
Square Suites Guest House
Trust Hotel

Restaurants in Mbarara

21 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Auntie’s Pub
B Plus bar and restuarant
Baguma Restaurant
Ben's Organic
Bims Restaurant
Engo Food Court
Highway Restaurant
Hungry Goose Resturant and Pizzeria
Iseland Grill
J.P.E. African Dish
Jaggyz Pork Conner
Jingo's
Kwiksave
Liimu Restaurant African Restaurant Kyosiga House
Little Rock cafe
Mbarara University Inn
Moon Light Restaurant
Qeen's Restaurant
Safari Bar and Restaurant
Trudys Diner
University canteen

Cafes in Mbarara

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Global/ CG's
Café Havana
Cafe Havannah
Coffee Bar
Mbarara Coffee Shop

Castles in Mbarara

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ankole Kingdom Palace

Bus Stations in Mbarara

5 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Horizon Bus Park
Mbarara Bus park
Mbarara Taxi Park
Old Horizon Bus Park
School bus park

Gas Stations in Mbarara

28 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Apex
Don
Hass
jakes
Kobil
Mogas
Petro
PetroCity Gas Station
Rubis
Shell
Shell
Shell
Shell
Stabex
Super Oils Global
Tasu
Total
Total
Total Energies
Total Lake View Mbarara
Total Rwizi Gas Station
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UG #3959423558
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UG #3959441025
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Banks in Mbarara

19 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ankole Farmers Saving And Credit Limited
Bank of Africa
Bank of Africa
Bank of Baroda
Bank of Baroda
Centenary Bank
Centenary Bank
dfcu
dfcu Bank
Diamond Trust Bank
EBO SAACCO Mbarara
Equity Bank
GT Bank
Housing Finance Bank
KCB
KCB Bank Uganda Ltd
Post Bank
Stanbic Bank
UBA Bank

Shopping Malls in Mbarara

3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Adit Mall
mackiez
Mbarara City Mall

Golf Courses in Mbarara

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Boma Golf Course

Airports Near Mbarara

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ibanda Airport-Small Airport
Kabale Airport-Small Airport
Kagera Sugar Airport-Small Airport
Mbarara AirportMBQSmall Airport

Post Offices in Mbarara

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Posta Uganda
Posta Uganda

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mbarara

24 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints Cathedral
All Saints Cathedral
Catholic Cathedral Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Catholic Cathedral Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Daystar Cathedral
Daystar cathedral
Franciscan Novitate Kaloba
Franciscan Novitate Kaloba
Holy Spirit Fire Church
Holy Spirit Fire Church
Kakoba Mosque
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Mapema Mosque
Mbarara Anglican Cathedral
Mbarara Anglican Cathedral
Mbarara Pentacostal Church (MPC)
Mbarara Pentacostal Church (MPC)
P.A.G
P.A.G
St. Luke's Chapel MUST
St. Luke's Chapel MUST
Sunday Worship
Uganda Martyrs Parish

Explore Near Mbarara

Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Kampala
Elevation
1,473 m (4,833 ft)
Founded
1901
Website
mbararacity.go.ug/

Around Mbarara

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 138
Hospitals 27
Pharmacies 2
Restaurants 21
Cafes 5
Bars 6
Supermarkets 4
Banks 19
Museums 1
Hotels 24
Parks 1
Police Stations 2
Places of Worship 14

Things to See Near Mbarara

2 places within 15 km

🏰 Castles (1)
  • • Ankole Kingdom Palace
🌄 Viewpoints (1)
  • • Simone's waterfall

🇺🇬 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 Mbarara

What is the population of Mbarara?

Mbarara has a population of 221,300 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 844 people per square mile, spread across 262.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mbarara?

Mbarara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.6 inches.

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