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Sembabule, Uganda

Central Region · Uganda

Sembabule is a small town in Central Region, Uganda with a population of 4,320. Elevation: 4,042 ft (1,232 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,320 Population 8/sq mi density
4,042 ft Elevation 1,232 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
33.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kampala Timezone

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About Sembabule

Sembabule is a town in Sembabule District in the Central Region of Uganda. The town is the main municipal, administrative, and commercial center of the district and the site of the district headquarters.

People

Population4,320
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation4,042 ft (1,232 m)
Population4,320
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation4,042 ft (1,232 m)
Coordinates-0.0772°, 31.4567°
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Country🇺🇬 Uganda
State / ProvinceCentral Region
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation33.9 inches (860 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sembabule

Sembabule is a small town in Uganda (Central Region) with a population of 4,320. The city sits at an elevation of 4,042 feet (1,232 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 33.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.

Sembabule 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 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,042 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above Uganda avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,042 ft (1,232 m)
Area554.8 sq mi (1,436.8 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-0.0772°N, 31.4567°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.9"
11% below Uganda avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 4.76"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 3, 2024.

Sep 10, 2016 27 km ENE of Nsunga, Tanzania M5.9 108 km
Aug 6, 2019 16 km SSE of Kasese, Uganda M4.6 149 km
Aug 3, 2024 16 km NNE of Kamwenge, Uganda M4.5 117 km
May 26, 1995 17 km NNW of Kyenjojo, Uganda M4.5 139 km
Jan 30, 2020 26 km SSE of Kasese, Uganda M4.4 145 km
Aug 15, 1998 17 km NNE of Kasese, Uganda M4.4 150 km
Apr 29, 2017 22 km ENE of Kyaka, Tanzania M4.3 121 km
Feb 26, 2021 10 km SE of Masaka, Uganda M3.2 53 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bunyaruguru (154 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bunyaruguru Maar(s) 1,554 m (5,098 ft) Unknown 154 km
Fort Portal Tuff cone(s) 1,615 m (5,299 ft) -2120 160 km
Katwe-Kikorongo Tuff cone(s) 1,067 m (3,501 ft) Unknown 171 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 1.7 in
February 72°F (22°C) 2.1 in Warmest
March 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in
April 71°F (21°C) 4.8 in Wettest
May 70°F (21°C) 3.3 in
June 69°F (21°C) 1.1 in
July 69°F (20°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
August 69°F (21°C) 1.9 in
September 70°F (21°C) 3.4 in
October 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in
November 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in
December 70°F (21°C) 2.7 in

Sembabule has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 69°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Sembabule

56+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kiteredde Primary School - - - -
Sembabule Church of Uganda Primary School - - - -
Sembabule Parents Primary School - - - -
Sembabule Secondary School - - - -
Uganda Martyrs' Sembabule Secondary School - - - -
Bukaama Muslim Primary School - - - -
Christ The King Primary School - - - -
Kanoni Islamic Primary School - - - -
Kawanda Parents Senior School - - - -
Kawanda Primary School - - - -
Kawanga Primary School - - - -
Kikoma Primary School - - - -
Kinoni Muslim Primary School - - - -
Kinyansi Primary School - - - -
Seede Junior Academy - - - -
Kyabi Standard Primary School - - - -
Lwamwende Primary School - - - -
Mabindo Church of Uganda Primary School - - - -
Nabinoga Parents School - - - -
Nakagongo Parent's School - - - -
Nakagongo Primary School - - - -
Nsumba Primary School - - - -
Saint Joseph Kyabi Primary School - - - -
Saint Kizito Primary School - - - -
Katyaza Primary School - - - -
Lwebisiisi Primary School - - - -
Kasongi Primary School - - - -
Sselinya Primary School - - - -
Kisonko Islamic Primary School - - - -
Kyamabogo Primary School - - - -
Birimirire Primary School - - - -
Bugaba Muslim Primary School - - - -
Bulera Primary School - - - -
Byanika Primary School - - - -
Gentebe Primary School - - - -
Good Hope Primary School - - - -
Hope Primary School - - - -
Kabayoola Community Primary School - - - -
Kagango Primary School - - - -
Kagongo Junior Academy - - - -
Kasindi Seventh-Day Adventist Church Primary School - - - -
Kidokolo Primary School - - - -
Kyamabogo Muslim Primary School - - - -
Kyakayenge Primary School - - - -
Kyaluwanya Primary School - - - -
Kyamayiba Primary School - - - -
Kyamayiba Primary School - - - -
Kyatuulo Primary School - - - -
Lwabaana Primary School - - - -
Lwentale Primary School - - - -
Muteesa II Royal College - - - -
Muyenje Primary School - - - -
Nabusajja Primary School - - - -
Nambirizi Muslim Primary School - - - -
Nambirizi Roman Catholic Church Primary School - - - -
Saint Anthony Sembabule Church Of Uganda Primary School - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Sembabule

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
KATIMBA TRADING CENTER
Ndeeba trading center

Clinics in Sembabule

10 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AID POST A
BUSHEKA HEALTH CENTRE II
GUMA HEALTH CENTRE
HEALTH UNIT
KABUNDI
UG #7651409913
UG #7651409939
UG #7651410001
UG #7651410052
UG #7651410061

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Kampala
Elevation
1,180 m (3,872 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 Sembabule

What is the population of Sembabule?

Sembabule has a population of 4,320 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 554.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sembabule?

Sembabule 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 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches.

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