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Nsika, Uganda

Western Region · Uganda

Nsika is a small town in Western Region, Uganda with a population of 0. Elevation: 5,331 ft (1,625 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,331 ft Elevation 1,625 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
26.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone

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People

Population0
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain26.6 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation5,331 ft (1,625 m)
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation5,331 ft (1,625 m)
Coordinates-0.3580°, 30.4314°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceWestern Region
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation26.6 inches (676 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nsika

Nsika is a small town in Uganda (Western Region) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 5,331 feet (1,625 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.

Nsika enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 72°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 5,331 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average70.1°F
30% above Uganda avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,331 ft (1,625 m)
Area383.2 sq mi (992.5 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-0.3580°N, 30.4314°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.6"
30% below Uganda avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.40"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

68 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 M6.2 115 km
Mar 24, 1996 15 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M5.4 107 km
Jul 30, 2017 52 km SSW of Kilembe, Uganda M5.3 74 km
Jun 29, 2001 11 km NNW of Kilembe, Uganda M5.3 89 km
Apr 27, 2006 17 km NNE of Kilembe, Uganda M5.2 87 km
Aug 5, 2003 46 km NNW of Ntungamo, Uganda M5.2 111 km
Jan 28, 2010 50 km W of Ntungamo, Uganda M4.9 150 km
May 29, 2006 17 km N of Kasese, Uganda M4.9 86 km
Mar 20, 1994 24 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 96 km
Jan 31, 2001 3 km SE of Beni, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.9 139 km
Feb 14, 2022 12 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 104 km
Oct 18, 2009 18 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 107 km
Oct 18, 1993 7 km WSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 113 km
Nov 20, 2012 51 km N of Rukungiri, Uganda M4.8 56 km
Aug 15, 1998 12 km WNW of Bundibugyo, Uganda M4.8 134 km
Feb 5, 2004 34 km W of Muhororo, Uganda M4.8 146 km
Jan 4, 2002 46 km SW of Kilembe, Uganda M4.8 79 km
Dec 15, 1990 26 km E of Butembo, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.7 117 km
Jan 27, 2002 39 km W of Bundibugyo, Uganda M4.7 149 km
Feb 13, 2025 57 km SW of Kilembe, Uganda M4.7 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bunyaruguru (43 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bunyaruguru Maar(s) 1,554 m (5,098 ft) Unknown 43 km
Katwe-Kikorongo Tuff cone(s) 1,067 m (3,501 ft) Unknown 65 km
Fort Portal Tuff cone(s) 1,615 m (5,299 ft) -2120 119 km
Muhavura Stratovolcano 4,103 m (13,461 ft) Unknown 141 km
Visoke Stratovolcano 3,696 m (12,126 ft) 1957 161 km
Karisimbi Stratovolcano 4,490 m (14,731 ft) -8050 168 km
Nyamuragira Shield 3,058 m (10,033 ft) 2020 180 km
Nyiragongo Stratovolcano 3,470 m (11,385 ft) 2020 184 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 71°F (21°C) 2.4 in
March 71°F (22°C) 4.1 in
April 70°F (21°C) 5.3 in
May 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in
June 69°F (21°C) 1.5 in
July 72°F (22°C) 1.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.9 in
September 70°F (21°C) 4.3 in
October 69°F (21°C) 4.9 in
November 69°F (21°C) 5.4 in Wettest
December 69°F (21°C) 3.2 in

Nsika has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 69°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Nsika

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

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kakaya Primary School
Kyeyare Primary School
Kyankanda Primary School
Kyakatara Primary School
Kyajura Preparatory School
Kitengure Primary School
Katara Primary School
Karungu Seed Secondary School
Karungu Primary School
Karambi Primary School
Kamukaki Primary School
Masheruka Modern Primary School
Ibogora Community Primary School
Buyeye Primary School
Upland Secondary School
Tusiime Parents Primary School
Top Hill Primary School
Rwamuhiiji Primary School
Rukanja Primary School
Rugarama Primary School
Nyarukiika Primary School
Nyantungu Primary School
Kyabuharambo Primary School
Triple Star Primary School
Saint Joseph Preparatory School
Starlight Junior School
Rwicumu Primary School
Rwengwe Cope School
Rugongo Primary School
Rubingo Nyanja Primary School
Rubingo II Primary School
Nyarukiika Parents Primary School
Nyakitooma Secondary School
Nyakishijwa Primary School
Nyakayojo Primary School
Nyakayo II Primary School
Nyakambu Primary School
Nyakakiri Church School
Nsiika Town School
Nsiika Primary School
New High School Bukiro
Nyabwina Model Primary School
Brain Trust Academy Nursery and Primary School
Bitsya Primary School
Saint Henry's Nursery & Primary School
Rwomushojwa Primay School
Karembe Primary School
Butare Technical School
Butare Secondary School
Saint John's Nyabwina Secondary School
Rwebicucu Primary School
Butuuro Primary School
Masheruka Girls Secondary School
Katojo Primary School
Katinda Primary School
Katiba Primary School
Kagazi Primary School
Igabiro Primary School
Bwoga Primary School
Bwoga Preparatory School
Buhweju Secondary School
Kibingo Primary School
Nyarukiika High School
Nyamiriro Primary School
Ntungamo Child Development Centre
Mushasha Primary School
Mirama Church School
Kyebahure Nursery and Primary School
Kyanyabita Cope School
Kitega Primary School
King Jesus Primary School
Buhweju Primary School
Kibimba Primary School
Kibande Primary School
Kazirwa Primary School
Kashara Primary School
Kasaana Parents Primary School
Kankara Primary School
Kaihiro Primary School
Child Development Centre
Byara Memorial Primary School
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Farmers Markets in Nsika

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Akatare ka'hakibira
Ibanda Central Market
Kakoba Market
Kakoba Market
Kakongo market
Kihembe brothers Nile brewaries Western distributer
Mbarara Central Market
Mbarara Market
Mbarara Market

Stadiums & Teams in Nsika

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Airports Near Nsika

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Savannah AirstripKHXMedium Airport
Ibanda AirportSmall Airport
Kasese AirportKSESmall Airport
Mbarara AirportMBQSmall Airport
Mweya AirportSmall 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

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What is the weather like in Nsika?

Nsika 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 72°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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