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Nakasongola, Uganda

Central Region · Uganda

Nakasongola is a small city in Central Region, Uganda with a population of 6,921. Elevation: 3,579 ft (1,091 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

6,921 Population 4/sq mi density
3,579 ft Elevation 1,091 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
45.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone

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About Nakasongola

Nakasongola is a town in Nakasongola District in the Central Region of Uganda. The town is the site of the district headquarters.

People

Population6,921
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation3,579 ft (1,091 m)
Population6,921
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation3,579 ft (1,091 m)
Coordinates1.3089°, 32.4564°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceCentral Region
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation45.0 inches (1,142 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nakasongola

Nakasongola is a small city in Uganda (Central Region) with a population of 6,921. The city sits at an elevation of 3,579 feet (1,091 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 45.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.

Nakasongola has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,579 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average72.7°F
35% above Uganda avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,579 ft (1,091 m)
Area1,854.3 sq mi (4,802.7 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates1.3089°N, 32.4564°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.0"
18% above Uganda avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 6.34"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Apr 8, 2023.

Oct 9, 1991 20 km N of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.6 141 km
Mar 15, 2011 16 km NNW of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.0 145 km
Feb 25, 2017 26 km W of Hoima, Uganda M4.7 149 km
Mar 18, 2004 53 km N of Kigorobya, Uganda M4.7 146 km
Jun 3, 1990 32 km NW of Apac, Uganda M4.7 99 km
Aug 11, 1990 30 km SE of Lugazi, Uganda M4.5 147 km
Apr 8, 2023 23 km SSW of Buliisa, Uganda M4.3 145 km
Jul 29, 1990 44 km NNE of Kiboga, Uganda M4.3 58 km
Aug 31, 2022 14 km NE of Buwenge, Uganda M4.2 111 km
Aug 26, 1995 50 km N of Kigorobya, Uganda M4.0 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 1.1 in Driest
February 74°F (24°C) 1.7 in Warmest
March 74°F (24°C) 3.7 in
April 73°F (23°C) 6.3 in Wettest
May 73°F (23°C) 5.3 in
June 72°F (22°C) 2.7 in
July 71°F (21°C) 3.0 in Coldest
August 71°F (22°C) 4.5 in
September 72°F (22°C) 4.7 in
October 73°F (23°C) 5.3 in
November 73°F (23°C) 4.5 in
December 73°F (23°C) 2.1 in

Nakasongola has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 71°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.3") and January the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Nakasongola

38 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sikye Primary School
Nakasongola Secondary School
Nakijjwa Primary School
Namaasa Parents' Primary School
Namaasa
New Hope Nursery and Primary School
Rukinzi Non Formal Primary School
Stanthony Roman Catholic Primary School
Saint Joseph Vocational High School
Seventh Day Adventist Primary School
Nakasongola
Ssasira
Wabbale Primary School
Wabigalo Roman Catholic School
Wajjala
sasera
Nabyetereka
Sasiira Technical Institue
Saint Kizito Ssasira Primary School
Brain Trust Academy Primary School
Kyalweza Primary School
Nongo Primary School
Kalyakoti Chance School
Kitaleeba Chance Primary School
Kyakadoko Primary School
Mbalye Roman Catholic Church Primary School
Wampiti
Wantabya Kizongo
ABC Ssasira Primary School
Wabulime Primary School
God Is Our Shepherd Primary School
Harvest Primary School
Kabakazi Primary School
Kageri
Kibira Primary School
Kirojo Secondary School
Molwe Primary School
Nabyetereka Primary School
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Restaurants in Nakasongola

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ostrich Point

Bus Stations in Nakasongola

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wabinyonyi Trading Centre

Gas Stations in Nakasongola

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Basmera
Total
UG #13449496101

Airports Near Nakasongola

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Masindi AirportKCUSmall Airport
Nakasongola AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nakasongola

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Nakasongola Church of Uganda (Anglican)
Nakasongola SDA Church
Naksongola Pentecost Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Kampala
Elevation
1,160 m (3,806 ft)

🇺🇬 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 Nakasongola

What is the population of Nakasongola?

Nakasongola has a population of 6,921 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,854.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nakasongola?

Nakasongola 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 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.0 inches.

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