Sign In Register

Muhorro, Uganda

Western Region · Uganda

Muhorro is a small city in Western Region, Uganda with a population of 27,400. Elevation: 4,154 ft (1,266 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

27,400 Population 40/sq mi density
4,154 ft Elevation 1,266 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
50.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone

Discover Muhorro, Uganda

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

People

Population27,400
Density40/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation4,154 ft (1,266 m)
Population27,400
Population Density40 / sq mi
Elevation4,154 ft (1,266 m)
Coordinates0.9151°, 30.7508°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceWestern Region
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation50.4 inches (1,279 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Muhorro

Muhorro is a small city in Uganda (Western Region) with a population of 27,400. The city sits at an elevation of 4,154 feet (1,266 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.

Climate in Muhorro

Muhorro has an average annual temperature of 24.7°C (76°F). The hottest month is Feb (26.6°C), the coldest is Nov (23.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1143 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.6°C / 78°F 18.7° / 34° 59.6
Feb 26.6°C / 80°F 19.2° / 35.5° 38.6
Mar 26.2°C / 79°F 19.3° / 36.4° 104.6
Apr 24.6°C / 76°F 19° / 32.4° 118.2
May 24.3°C / 76°F 18.4° / 31.9° 105.4
Jun 24.1°C / 75°F 18° / 32.1° 74.3
Jul 24.3°C / 76°F 17.6° / 32.8° 59.6
Aug 24.8°C / 77°F 17.8° / 33.4° 81.2
Sep 24.6°C / 76°F 18.6° / 32.8° 116.8
Oct 23.8°C / 75°F 18.5° / 30.5° 156.5
Nov 23.5°C / 74°F 18.7° / 29.4° 124.3
Dec 24.6°C / 76°F 18.4° / 32.1° 104.4
Muhorro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,154 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.8°F
31% above Uganda avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,154 ft (1,266 m)
Area688.0 sq mi (1,781.9 km²)
Population Density40/sq mi
Coordinates0.9151°N, 30.7508°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.4"
33% above Uganda avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 6.89"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

77 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 3, 2024.

Feb 5, 1994 13 km SSW of Bundibugyo, Uganda M6.2 87 km
Jun 15, 2007 54 km WNW of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.9 90 km
Jul 3, 2013 46 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.7 71 km
Oct 9, 1991 20 km N of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.6 116 km
Feb 19, 2007 60 km ENE of Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.6 93 km
Mar 24, 1996 15 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M5.4 76 km
Jun 29, 2001 11 km NNW of Kilembe, Uganda M5.3 111 km
Jul 2, 2013 44 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.2 79 km
Apr 27, 2006 17 km NNE of Kilembe, Uganda M5.2 99 km
Jul 3, 2013 55 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.1 71 km
Aug 31, 1994 34 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.0 81 km
Mar 15, 2011 16 km NNW of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.0 107 km
Oct 18, 2009 18 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 78 km
Mar 20, 1994 24 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 82 km
Feb 14, 2022 12 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 70 km
May 29, 2006 17 km N of Kasese, Uganda M4.9 95 km
Oct 18, 1993 7 km WSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 67 km
Jan 31, 2001 3 km SE of Beni, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.9 148 km
Aug 15, 1998 12 km WNW of Bundibugyo, Uganda M4.8 90 km
Apr 20, 2013 50 km WSW of Kigorobya, Uganda M4.8 67 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fort Portal (61 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Fort Portal Tuff cone(s) 1,615 m (5,299 ft) -2120 61 km
Katwe-Kikorongo Tuff cone(s) 1,067 m (3,501 ft) Unknown 144 km
Bunyaruguru Maar(s) 1,554 m (5,098 ft) Unknown 145 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in Driest
February 72°F (22°C) 1.8 in Warmest
March 72°F (22°C) 4.7 in
April 72°F (22°C) 6.9 in Wettest
May 71°F (22°C) 4.8 in
June 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in
July 69°F (21°C) 2.8 in Coldest
August 70°F (21°C) 4.9 in
September 70°F (21°C) 5.6 in
October 70°F (21°C) 6.6 in
November 71°F (21°C) 5.4 in
December 71°F (21°C) 2.6 in

Muhorro has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 69°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 50.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (1.3").

View full weather details →

Schools in Muhorro

39 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Saint Paul Nursery and Primary School - - - -
Nyanseke Church of Uganda Primary School - - - -
Owobushobozi Bishaka Itambiro Modern Secondary School - - - -
Pan African Academy Nursery and Primary School - - - -
Pride Academy Secondary School - - - -
Stadolf Tibeyalirwa Secondary School - - - -
Saint Charles Lwanga Nursery and Primary School - - - -
Saint Margaret Mary Muhorro Girl's Secondary School - - - -
Saint Mary's Catholic Sub Parish Nursery and Primary School - - - -
Saint Mary's Primary School - - - -
Nyabigata Primary School - - - -
Zika Foundation Primary School - - - -
Kitayuka Primary School - - - -
Kyamutunzi Primary School - - - -
Kyamutunzi Secondary School - - - -
Kyarugagama Primary School - - - -
Muzizi Parent Primary School - - - -
Muzizi Primary School - - - -
Nturagye Primary School - - - -
Rukukuru Primary School - - - -
Kamusegu Nursery and Primary School - - - -
Nyambeho Primary School - - - -
Butumba Primary School - - - -
Kyanyarara Private Primary School - - - -
Kyesamire Primary School - - - -
URDT Community Primary School Kanywamuyaga - - - -
Zika Foundation Secondary School - - - -
Bwikara Parent's Primary School - - - -
Bwikara Secondary School - - - -
Kamukoole Primary School - - - -
Kisansa Primary School - - - -
Katalemwa Primary School - - - -
Kingdom Nursery and Primary School - - - -
Kisarra Primary School - - - -
Kyabaranzi Primary School - - - -
Muhorro B.C.S Primary School - - - -
Muhorro Moslim Primary School - - - -
Muhorro Public Primary School - - - -
Muzizi Estate Primary School - - - -
View full schools details →

Museums in Muhorro

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
UGANDA RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAM- CULTURAL ASSETS CENTRE

Farmers Markets in Muhorro

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Block 05 market
Block 6 market
Coffee Venders
Kagoma Market Center
Kasoko Market
Maratatu C Food Staff
Nyamiganda Market
Nyamiganda Market Center

Cafes in Muhorro

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

White Horse

Clinics in Muhorro

6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BWIKARA
MUHORORO
MUHORRO CATHOLIC PARISH HEALTH UNIT III
MUHORRO S/C DISPENSARY
MUZIZI
MUZIZI CLINIC

Gas Stations in Muhorro

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

UG #13439162701
UG #13439162901

Airports Near Muhorro

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bunia AirportBUXMedium Airport
Buhuka Airport-Small Airport
Bundibugyo Airport-Small Airport
Buseruka Airport-Small Airport
Fort Portal Airport-Small Airport
Kasese AirportKSESmall Airport
Lake Albert Lodge Airstrip-Small Airport
Nyankunde Airport-Small 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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Muhorro.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Muhorro

What is the population of Muhorro?

Muhorro has a population of 27,400 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 40 people per square mile, spread across 688.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Muhorro?

Muhorro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.4 inches.

Nearby Cities

Compare Muhorro with another city: