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Rwamwanja Refugee Camp, Uganda
Western Region · Uganda
Rwamwanja Refugee Camp is a mid-size city in Western Region, Uganda with a population of 49,700. Elevation: 4,580 ft (1,396 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 49,700 |
| Population Density | 58 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,580 ft (1,396 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.3480°, 30.6543° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
| Country | 🇺🇬 Uganda |
| State / Province | Western Region |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.6 inches (1,133 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rwamwanja Refugee Camp
Rwamwanja Refugee Camp is a mid-size city in Uganda (Western Region) with a population of 49,700. The city sits at an elevation of 4,580 feet (1,396 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.
Climate in Rwamwanja Refugee Camp
Rwamwanja Refugee Camp has an average annual temperature of 21.1°C (70°F). The hottest month is Feb (22.5°C), the coldest is Jun (20.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1378 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.6°F |
| 29% above Uganda avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,580 ft (1,396 m) |
| Area | 858.3 sq mi (2,223.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 58/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.3480°N, 30.6543°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fort Portal (60 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Fort Portal | Tuff cone(s) | 1,615 m (5,299 ft) | -2120 | 60 km |
| Bunyaruguru | Maar(s) | 1,554 m (5,098 ft) | Unknown | 88 km |
| Katwe-Kikorongo | Tuff cone(s) | 1,067 m (3,501 ft) | Unknown | 95 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 71°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 5.6 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 5.4 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 2.9 in |
Rwamwanja Refugee Camp has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 68°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 44.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.4") and January the driest (1.5").
Colleges & Universities in Rwamwanja Refugee Camp
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shed | College | — | — |
| Shed | College | — | — |
| Storage | College | — | — |
Schools in Rwamwanja Refugee Camp
23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rutoma Nursery and Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Michael Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Henry's White Academy Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rwamwanja Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rwamwanja Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nkoma Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mukukuru Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mahani Primary Schoolol | — | — | — | — |
| Kabuye Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Good Hope Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Church School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Peter's Nursery and Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bwizi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyamushwiga Hillside Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ntonwa Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ntonwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nkoni Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Marembo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kiyonza Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kiswara Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kamusenene Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Isoroma Parents Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Damasiko Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Rwamwanja Refugee Camp
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamwenge Community Information Centers Network | 0.0 |
Hotels in Rwamwanja Refugee Camp
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rwamwanja Refugee Camp
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Rwamwanja Refugee Camp
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bundibugyo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fort Portal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kasese Airport | KSE | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Uganda
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What is the population of Rwamwanja Refugee Camp?
Rwamwanja Refugee Camp has a population of 49,700 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 58 people per square mile, spread across 858.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rwamwanja Refugee Camp?
Rwamwanja Refugee Camp enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.6 inches.