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Nakivale Refugee Camp, Uganda
Western Region · Uganda
Nakivale Refugee Camp is a mid-size city in Western Region, Uganda with a population of 68,400. Elevation: 4,193 ft (1,278 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Nakivale Refugee Camp
Rugaaga is a town in Isingiro District in the Western Region of Uganda.
People
Climate
| Population | 68,400 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,193 ft (1,278 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.7406°, 30.9963° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
| Country | 🇺🇬 Uganda |
| State / Province | Western Region |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.6 inches (802 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nakivale Refugee Camp
Nakivale Refugee Camp is a mid-size city in Uganda (Western Region) with a population of 68,400. The city sits at an elevation of 4,193 feet (1,278 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 31.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.
Climate in Nakivale Refugee Camp
Nakivale Refugee Camp 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.2°F |
| 28% above Uganda avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,193 ft (1,278 m) |
| Area | 6,095.1 sq mi (15,786.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.7406°N, 30.9963°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bunyaruguru (118 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bunyaruguru | Maar(s) | 1,554 m (5,098 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Katwe-Kikorongo | Tuff cone(s) | 1,067 m (3,501 ft) | Unknown | 140 km |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 163 km |
| Fort Portal | Tuff cone(s) | 1,615 m (5,299 ft) | -2120 | 180 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 186 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 1.8 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 3.0 in |
Nakivale Refugee Camp has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 68°F in July to 70°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 31.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (0.3").
Schools in Nakivale Refugee Camp
43 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kabahinda A ECD Center | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Peters school | — | — | — | — |
| Bright international school | — | — | — | — |
| Salvation Bursary and primary School of Nations For Salvation In Jesus Christ | — | — | — | — |
| Kashojwa common Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kashojwa Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nakivale Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| English Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| Nakivale Vocational Training Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Kabahinda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Divine Mercy | — | — | — | — |
| Vision of God Nursery & Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ammaus Global Outreach Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Little Angles Preparatory School. | — | — | — | — |
| Kisura Good Hope Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| Ruhoko Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Baptist Canaan Nursery & Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rubondo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ebenezer Hope International | — | — | — | — |
| Takwa Islamic Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Multi Service Technocal School | — | — | — | — |
| Nakivale refugee primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Nyarugug Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nakivale Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Vocational School | — | — | — | — |
| Ruhoko Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kabahinda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Misyera Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kashojwa standard school | — | — | — | — |
| Muzhetuni Church in the World Nusery & Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bright Future Nursery & Primary Community School Sangano | — | — | — | — |
| Kityaza Bright Future Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Rwembirizi Nursary School | — | — | — | — |
| Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kiretwa mixed Nursury & P/S | — | — | — | — |
| Hope International School | — | — | — | — |
| FRC | — | — | — | — |
| Madrasa Al Ja'far | — | — | — | — |
| Hope Center School | — | — | — | — |
| Wake up Community Nursery and Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kashojwa Nursery school | — | — | — | — |
| Innovation Nursery & Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gambella Future Hope Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Nakivale Refugee Camp
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nakivale Community Library Network | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Nakivale Refugee Camp
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kashojwa Market | |||||
| New Congo Market |
Hotels in Nakivale Refugee Camp
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nakivale Refugee Camp
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Nakivale Refugee Camp
5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nakivale Refugee Camp
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nakivale Refugee Camp
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ibanda Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kagera Sugar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mbarara Airport | MBQ | Small Airport |
| Milambi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mutukula Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nakivale Refugee Camp
96 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 7th Adventist Church | |
| Abasenga | |
| Adepr Cepac Cepebu Kiretwa Centre | |
| Adivantist Church | |
| Advantist Seventh Day Church | |
| Adventist Church | |
| Adventist Church | |
| Africa Gospel Church Uganda | |
| Al Aqsa Mosque | |
| Al Noor Mosque | |
| Baptist Church Nyakagando | |
| Bathesayid Church | |
| Bethezda Church | |
| Buranamist Church | |
| Cepac | |
| Cepac | |
| Cepac | |
| Cepac Center Ruhoko B | |
| Cepac Church Nakivale | |
| Chelter In Jesus |
Quick Facts
Around Nakivale Refugee Camp
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Nakivale Refugee Camp
5 places within 15 km
- • One Tree Hill
- • Ruroko Kopje
- • Rwamahungu hill
- • Kazuma Hill Lookout
- • Nakivale Lake view point
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Public Holidays in Uganda
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Nakivale Refugee Camp
What is the population of Nakivale Refugee Camp?
Nakivale Refugee Camp has a population of 68,400 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 6,095.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nakivale Refugee Camp?
Nakivale Refugee Camp 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 31.6 inches.