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Rakai, Uganda
Central Region · Uganda
Rakai is a small town in Central Region, Uganda with a population of 0. Elevation: 4,268 ft (1,301 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
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About Rakai
Rakai is a town in the Central Region of Uganda. It is the site of the headquarters of Rakai District. Other towns in the district include Kalisizo, Kyotera Kakuuto and Mutukula.
People
Climate
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,268 ft (1,301 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.7200°, 31.4839° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
| Country | 🇺🇬 Uganda |
| State / Province | Central Region |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.9 inches (734 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rakai
Rakai is a small town in Uganda (Central Region) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 4,268 feet (1,301 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.4°F |
| 30% above Uganda avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 339 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,268 ft (1,301 m) |
| Area | 732.6 sq mi (1,897.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.7200°N, 31.4839°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bunyaruguru (167 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bunyaruguru | Maar(s) | 1,554 m (5,098 ft) | Unknown | 167 km |
| Katwe-Kikorongo | Tuff cone(s) | 1,067 m (3,501 ft) | Unknown | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 71°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 5.8 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| July | 71°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 1.6 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 3.4 in |
Rakai has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 68°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 40.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.5") and July the driest (0.8").
Schools in Rakai
47 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staugustine Kisuula Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tender Care Nursery and Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Apex Junior School | — | — | — | — |
| Esther's School Uganda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jauharah Islamic Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kakoma Integrated School/Institute | — | — | — | — |
| Kakoma Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kakoma Secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Kamengo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kamengo Technical Institute | — | — | — | — |
| Mbuye Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Stapollo Kanono Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sanje Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Charles Nursery and Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Mary's Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Mathius Mbuye School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Mathius Mbuye Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kabaale-Makondo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nseese Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bitabago Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Blessed Sacrament Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Datic Agricultural Institute | — | — | — | — |
| Kayayumbe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Gabriel Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kiganda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Buliro Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Divine Grace Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Glory Christian Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hope Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kabaale Sanje Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kabale Sanje Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kakunyu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kamuganja Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kangabwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kasaalizi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kasasa New Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Besaniya Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kijinjo Kyotera Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kijonjo Kyotera Muslim Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kiruuli Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kisaasa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyanga Muslim Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sabina Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Jude Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Mary's Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sanje Community Polytec | — | — | — | — |
| Sanje Modern Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Rakai
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST. LUKE COMMUNITY MUSEUM |
Libraries in Rakai
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiwangala Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rakai
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday Market |
Clinics in Rakai
10 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rakai
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Rakai
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bukoba Airport | BKZ | Small Airport |
| Kagera Sugar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Milambi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mutukula Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇺🇬 About Uganda
Public Holidays in Uganda
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Rakai
What is the weather like in Rakai?
Rakai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.9 inches.