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Pader, Uganda

Northern Region · Uganda

Pader is a small city in Northern Region, Uganda with a population of 11,600. Elevation: 3,481 ft (1,061 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

11,600 Population 9/sq mi density
3,481 ft Elevation 1,061 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
44.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone

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People

Population11,600
Density9/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation3,481 ft (1,061 m)
Population11,600
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation3,481 ft (1,061 m)
Coordinates3.0500°, 33.2167°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceNorthern Region
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation44.7 inches (1,134 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pader

Pader is a small city in Uganda (Northern Region) with a population of 11,600. The city sits at an elevation of 3,481 feet (1,061 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.

Climate in Pader

Pader has an average annual temperature of 24.7°C (76°F). The hottest month is Mar (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (22.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1418 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.6°C / 78°F 16.9° / 35.5° 36.8
Feb 27°C / 81°F 17.8° / 36.9° 22.4
Mar 27.2°C / 81°F 18.2° / 38.4° 70.5
Apr 25.7°C / 78°F 18.1° / 36.7° 129.9
May 24.6°C / 76°F 17.6° / 33.1° 155.8
Jun 23.3°C / 74°F 16.9° / 31.6° 162.9
Jul 22.8°C / 73°F 17° / 30.5° 139.7
Aug 23.4°C / 74°F 16.8° / 32.1° 160.3
Sep 24°C / 75°F 17.2° / 32.3° 207.4
Oct 24.2°C / 76°F 17.4° / 32.7° 194.8
Nov 24.1°C / 75°F 16.8° / 32.6° 71.1
Dec 24.6°C / 76°F 15.8° / 33.8° 66.9
Pader has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,481 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average74.6°F
38% above Uganda avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,481 ft (1,061 m)
Area1,324.0 sq mi (3,429.3 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates3.0500°N, 33.2167°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.7"
18% above Uganda avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 7.17"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 10, 2002.

Jun 3, 1990 32 km NW of Apac, Uganda M4.7 137 km
Aug 10, 2002 58 km W of Kitgum, Uganda M4.0 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.9 in Warmest
March 78°F (25°C) 2.5 in
April 76°F (24°C) 4.9 in
May 74°F (23°C) 5.9 in
June 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in
July 72°F (22°C) 6.5 in Coldest
August 72°F (22°C) 7.2 in Wettest
September 73°F (23°C) 4.5 in
October 74°F (23°C) 3.5 in
November 75°F (24°C) 2.2 in
December 75°F (24°C) 1.3 in

Pader has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 72°F in July to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 44.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.2") and January the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Pader

30 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Wol Primary School - - - -
Atononi Primary School - - - -
Kalak Parents' School - - - -
Otingowile Primary School - - - -
Anga-Kotoke Primary School - - - -
Ogol Central Primary School - - - -
Odokomit Parents School - - - -
Ogole Primary School - - - -
Wol Secondary School - - - -
Israel Primary School - - - -
Wol Primary School - - - -
Kabul Primary School - - - -
Parabongo Tek Primary School - - - -
Atononi Primary School - - - -
Wol Secondary School - - - -
Jaii Primary School - - - -
Parabongo Tek Primary School - - - -
Otingowile Primary School - - - -
Ogole Primary School - - - -
Odokomit Parents School - - - -
Kabul Primary School - - - -
Israel Primary School - - - -
Anga-kotoke Primary School - - - -
Toroma Primary School - - - -
Ogol Central Primary School - - - -
Lokabar Primary School - - - -
Lamit-Kweyo Primary School - - - -
Kuywee Primary School - - - -
Kico Primary School - - - -
Kalak Parents' School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Pader

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Gospel Radio East Africa christian-gospel MP3 128 kbps

Airports Near Pader

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kalongo Airport-Small Airport
Kidepo Airport-Small Airport
Kitgum 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pader

What is the population of Pader?

Pader has a population of 11,600 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 1,324.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pader?

Pader has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches.

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