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Rwiimi, Uganda

Western Region · Uganda

Rwiimi is a small city in Western Region, Uganda with a population of 18,600. Elevation: 3,645 ft (1,111 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

18,600 Population 66/sq mi density
3,645 ft Elevation 1,111 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
47.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone

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About Rwiimi

Rwimi is a town in Bunyangabu District in the Western Region of Uganda. With an estimated population of 16,200 in 2020 it is the largest urban center in the district, but the district headquarters are located elsewhere; in Kibiito.

People

Population18,600
Density66/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain47.1 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation3,645 ft (1,111 m)
Population18,600
Population Density66 / sq mi
Elevation3,645 ft (1,111 m)
Coordinates0.3796°, 30.2304°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceWestern Region
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation47.1 inches (1,195 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Rwiimi

Rwiimi is a small city in Uganda (Western Region) with a population of 18,600. The city sits at an elevation of 3,645 feet (1,111 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.

Climate in Rwiimi

Rwiimi has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 880 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 21.5
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 50.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 72.8
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 129.0
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 100.7
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 49.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 50.3
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 67.7
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 110.9
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 103.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 84.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 39.7
Rwiimi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,645 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (21°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above Uganda avg
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,645 ft (1,111 m)
Area282.6 sq mi (732.0 km²)
Population Density66/sq mi
Coordinates0.3796°N, 30.2304°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.1"
24% above Uganda avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.42"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

82 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 32 km
Jul 3, 2013 46 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.7 148 km
Mar 24, 1996 15 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M5.4 22 km
Jul 30, 2017 52 km SSW of Kilembe, Uganda M5.3 83 km
Jun 29, 2001 11 km NNW of Kilembe, Uganda M5.3 30 km
Apr 27, 2006 17 km NNE of Kilembe, Uganda M5.2 18 km
Aug 5, 2003 46 km NNW of Ntungamo, Uganda M5.2 133 km
Jul 3, 2013 55 km W of Kigorobya, Uganda M5.1 145 km
Oct 18, 2009 18 km SW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 23 km
Feb 14, 2022 12 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 20 km
Oct 18, 1993 7 km WSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 28 km
May 29, 2006 17 km N of Kasese, Uganda M4.9 14 km
Jan 31, 2001 3 km SE of Beni, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.9 82 km
Mar 20, 1994 24 km SSW of Fort Portal, Uganda M4.9 11 km
Oct 23, 2000 38 km E of Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.8 132 km
Apr 20, 2013 50 km WSW of Kigorobya, Uganda M4.8 144 km
Feb 5, 2004 34 km W of Muhororo, Uganda M4.8 69 km
Nov 20, 2012 51 km N of Rukungiri, Uganda M4.8 91 km
Jan 17, 2011 57 km E of Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.8 148 km
Aug 15, 1998 12 km WNW of Bundibugyo, Uganda M4.8 51 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fort Portal (36 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Fort Portal Tuff cone(s) 1,615 m (5,299 ft) -2120 36 km
Katwe-Kikorongo Tuff cone(s) 1,067 m (3,501 ft) Unknown 62 km
Bunyaruguru Maar(s) 1,554 m (5,098 ft) Unknown 67 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (21°C) 1.8 in Driest
February 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in Warmest
March 71°F (22°C) 4.3 in
April 71°F (22°C) 5.9 in
May 71°F (21°C) 3.9 in
June 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in
July 69°F (21°C) 1.9 in Coldest
August 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in
September 70°F (21°C) 5.6 in
October 70°F (21°C) 6.4 in Wettest
November 70°F (21°C) 5.7 in
December 70°F (21°C) 3.3 in

Rwiimi has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 69°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 47.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.4") and January the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Rwiimi

35 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Nyabweya Primary School - - - -
Victoria Preparatory Primary School - - - -
YMCA Secondary School - - - -
Bright Star Secondary School - - - -
Kakogo Primary School - - - -
Kanyamukale Primary School - - - -
Kasenda Primary School - - - -
Kitele Primary School - - - -
Maria Prean Nursery and Primary School - - - -
Saint Peters Primary School - - - -
Nyabweya Secondary School - - - -
Nyaruhanga Primary School - - - -
Rugaaga Primary School - - - -
Rwenkuba Primary School - - - -
Saint John's Nsongya Primary School - - - -
Saint Paul Primary School - - - -
Ruigo Academy - - - -
Rwankenzi Primary School - - - -
Gatyanga Primary School - - - -
Kaburaisoke Hill Primary School - - - -
Ntambi Primary School - - - -
Nyabwina Primary School - - - -
Nyerere Memorial Secondary School - - - -
Saint Ambrose Nursery School - - - -
Saint George Nursery School - - - -
Canani Seventh-day Adventist Primary School - - - -
Excel Primary School - - - -
Children Development Centre - - - -
Gracious Nursery School - - - -
Kyakatabazi Primary School - - - -
Nyakabale Primary School - - - -
Rugandabara Primary School - - - -
Rwimi Primary School - - - -
Rwimi Secondary School - - - -
Saint Norah Light and Guide Primary School - - - -
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Libraries in Rwiimi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Community Library0.0
Community Library0.0
Kamwenge Community Information Centers Network0.0
Kanyawara Community Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Rwiimi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Clothing Market
Kyanya market
Mahwa market
Maliba market

Hotels in Rwiimi

7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chimps' Nest
Hotel safari nkingo
Kibale Forest Camp
kibale guest cottage
Kibale River Camp
Primate Lodge Kibale
Turaco Treetops

Restaurants in Rwiimi

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aftitastic Planet Ruigo Restaurant

Clinics in Rwiimi

5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

HEALTH CENTRE II
IBUGA PRISONS
KAKINGA HCII
RUGENDABARA
RWIMI PRISONS

Gas Stations in Rwiimi

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

UG #381874238
UG #3850718745

Airports Near Rwiimi

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bundibugyo Airport-Small Airport
Fort Portal Airport-Small Airport
Ishango Airport-Small Airport
Kasese AirportKSESmall Airport
Mweya Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rwiimi

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kaceeri Catholic Church
Muhwezi Catholic Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Kampala
Elevation
1,100 m (3,609 ft)

🇺🇬 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 Rwiimi

What is the population of Rwiimi?

Rwiimi has a population of 18,600 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 66 people per square mile, spread across 282.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Rwiimi?

Rwiimi 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 69°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.1 inches.

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