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Moroto, Uganda
Northern Region · Uganda
Moroto is a small city in Northern Region, Uganda with a population of 16,300. Elevation: 4,570 ft (1,393 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Moroto
Moroto is a town in Moroto District in the Northern Region of Uganda. The town serves as the location of the district headquarters.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,300 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,570 ft (1,393 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.5345°, 34.6666° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
| Country | 🇺🇬 Uganda |
| State / Province | Northern Region |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.4 inches (746 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Moroto
Moroto is a small city in Uganda (Northern Region) with a population of 16,300. The city sits at an elevation of 4,570 feet (1,393 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.
Climate in Moroto
Moroto has an average annual temperature of 24.7°C (76°F). The hottest month is Mar (26.6°C), the coldest is Jul (22.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 774 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.9°F |
| 35% above Uganda avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 283 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,570 ft (1,393 m) |
| Area | 2,063.6 sq mi (5,344.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.5345°N, 34.6666°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Central Island (186 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Central Island | Tuff cone(s) | 518 m (1,699 ft) | Unknown | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 4.5 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.9 in |
Moroto has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 71°F in August to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 29.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in Moroto
27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atedeoi Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Moroto Rural Training Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Naitakwe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Teachers Quarters of Municipal Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Municipal Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Acheper Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nawanatawu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nadunget Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nadunget Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Loletekia | - | - | - | - |
| Learning Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Kidepo Pupu Community School | - | - | - | - |
| Kaloi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Feeding Centre/Adult Education Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Abec (Adult Education Centre) | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Marys Minor Seminary | - | - | - | - |
| Rupa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rainbow Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Naitakwe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Musupo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Musas Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Moroto Kda Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Loputuk Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lia Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kodonyo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kasemeri Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Apostles Of Jesus Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Moroto
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Moroto
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATEKER CULTURAL CENTRE MUSEUM | ||||
| Karamoja Cultural Museum |
Hotels in Moroto
13 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Moroto
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Moroto
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Moroto
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Moroto
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Moroto
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kotido Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matany Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Moroto Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Perror Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Turkwel Gorge Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Moroto
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Post Office Moroto |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Moroto
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Uganda |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Uganda
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Moroto
What is the population of Moroto?
Moroto has a population of 16,300 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 2,063.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Moroto?
Moroto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.4 inches.