Ntungamo, Uganda
Western Region · Uganda
Ntungamo is a small city in Western Region, Uganda with a population of 16,915. Elevation: 3,839 ft (1,170 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
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About Ntungamo
Ntungamo is a town in the Western Region of Uganda. It is the largest town in Ntungamo District and the site of the district headquarters.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,915 |
| Population Density | 283 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,839 ft (1,170 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.8833°, 29.6500° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
| Country | 🇺🇬 Uganda |
| State / Province | Western Region |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.5 inches (1,106 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ntungamo
Ntungamo is a small city in Uganda (Western Region) with a population of 16,915. The city sits at an elevation of 3,839 feet (1,170 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.
Climate in Ntungamo
Ntungamo has an average annual temperature of 21°C (70°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.8°C), the coldest is Nov (20.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1588 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.3°F |
| 28% above Uganda avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,839 ft (1,170 m) |
| Area | 59.7 sq mi (154.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 283/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.8833°N, 29.6500°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1938 | NYAMURAGIRA | Astronomical | — | — | 77 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Muhavura (56 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 56 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 67 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 73 km |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 77 km |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 84 km |
| Bunyaruguru | Maar(s) | 1,554 m (5,098 ft) | Unknown | 90 km |
| Katwe-Kikorongo | Tuff cone(s) | 1,067 m (3,501 ft) | Unknown | 94 km |
| Fort Portal | Tuff cone(s) | 1,615 m (5,299 ft) | -2120 | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 2.5 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 3.6 in |
Ntungamo has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 69°F in June to 70°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.3") and July the driest (1.6").
Schools in Ntungamo
56+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Haven Nursery And Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kayonza Muslim Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kayonza Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ntungamo Parents Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Munyaga Community Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kate Mother Care | — | — | — | — |
| Epiphany Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyamirama II Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rugando Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyakishojwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kyeshero Community Vocational Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kyeshero Mother Care Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bwindi Heritage High School | — | — | — | — |
| Bwindi Learning Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Rutugunda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bwindi Plus Nursery And Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St Mathew Nursery And Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nina Waits Mukongoro Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| St Donati Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kyeshero Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Katiba Church School | — | — | — | — |
| St Pius Bwindi Nursery And Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kanyashande Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Uganda Nursing School Bwindi | — | — | — | — |
| St Paul's Nursery School Buhoma. | — | — | — | — |
| Buhoma Community Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bwindi Community Kindergarten And Day Care Center | — | — | — | — |
| Educate Bwindi Uganda | — | — | — | — |
| Nyarurambi Parents Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kanyantorogo Community Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kishunju Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kitunga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kyajura Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyabirehe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyamigoye Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bujengwe Model Nursery And Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bujengwe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Karangara Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Katembe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kyeshero Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyamiyaga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyamiyaga Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bushoro Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyimirama Twimukye Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pres Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rugardo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rutendere Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Diane Stanton Learning Centre (Nursery School) | — | — | — | — |
| Burema Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Burema Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kangarame Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kanyantorogo Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kanyantorogo Top Hill Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kihanda Standard Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Kitariro Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rubimbwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ntungamo
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| kbs (AQ) | kbs | UNKNOWN |
Libraries in Ntungamo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nyaka Blue Lupin Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ntungamo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Botogota Market Center | |||||
| Buhoma daily market | |||||
| Kinamiro market |
Hotels in Ntungamo
12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ntungamo
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ntungamo
14 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ntungamo
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ntungamo
11 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ntungamo
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Savannah Airstrip | KHX | Medium Airport |
| Gabiro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ishasha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kabale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Katale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Katanda Rusthuru Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kayonza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kisoro Airport | KXO | Small Airport |
| Lubero Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mweya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ruhengeri Airport | RHG | Small Airport |
| Rutshuru Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rwindi Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ntungamo
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Agape Christian Center | |
| All Saints Church Butogota | |
| Botogota Power Centre Church | |
| End Time Message Church | |
| Faith Of Unity | |
| Global Christ Mission Church | |
| Kanyashande Church Of Uganda | |
| Kashesha Church Of Uganda | |
| Katiba COU | |
| Kyabuyorwa Catholic Church | |
| Kyeshoro Church Of Uganda. | |
| Mukongoro Church Of Uganda | |
| Nyakirehe Agapy Church | |
| Nyamirambi COU | |
| St Donati Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Uganda
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Ntungamo
What is the population of Ntungamo?
Ntungamo has a population of 16,915 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 283 people per square mile, spread across 59.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ntungamo?
Ntungamo 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 69°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches.
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