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Sironko, Uganda
Eastern Region · Uganda
Sironko is a small city in Eastern Region, Uganda with a population of 19,300. Elevation: 3,684 ft (1,123 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sironko
Sironko is the largest metropolitan area in Sironko District of the Eastern Region of Uganda and the site of the district headquarters.
People
Climate
| Population | 19,300 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,684 ft (1,123 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.2313°, 34.2477° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
| Country | 🇺🇬 Uganda |
| State / Province | Eastern Region |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.7 inches (1,236 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sironko
Sironko is a small city in Uganda (Eastern Region) with a population of 19,300. The city sits at an elevation of 3,684 feet (1,123 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.
Climate in Sironko
Sironko has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F). The hottest month is Mar (19.8°C), the coldest is Jul (16.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1798 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.7°F |
| 35% above Uganda avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 248 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,684 ft (1,123 m) |
| Area | 1,156.3 sq mi (2,994.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.2313°N, 34.2477°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Homa Mountain (181 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Homa Mountain | Complex | 1,751 m (5,745 ft) | Unknown | 181 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 7.1 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 4.6 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 5.4 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 1.9 in |
Sironko has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 71°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 48.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (1.2").
Schools in Sironko
34 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apopong Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Butandiga Elgon Parents Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mbaya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bukhulo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Elgon Primary Teachers College | - | - | - | - |
| Mpogo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kotia Kachinga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mukongoro Kotia Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Angangam Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Joseph Primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Buwanyanga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Miroi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Okula Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Okum Okamole Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Resource Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Joseph Buyaga Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sironko Primary School Playing field | - | - | - | - |
| Buyaya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ginamas Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Good Hope Primary school | - | - | - | - |
| ST. Andrews Church Primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Sironko District Committee | - | - | - | - |
| Victory Church Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Yomako Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bukumbale Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bumausi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Buhugu Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nalusala CD Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bukigalabo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bukiyi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Soola Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bukiise Primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Hope Land Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Salaria Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sironko
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NRG Radio (KE) | pop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Sironko
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KAKUNGULU MUSEUM |
Libraries in Sironko
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mbale Public Libraray | 0.0 | |||||
| MTI Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sarah Horowitz memorial library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sironko
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bushika Market | |||||
| kamosa market | |||||
| Kikindu market | |||||
| Kumi Rd Market | |||||
| Mbale Central Market |
Clinics in Sironko
23 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sironko
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sironko
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sironko
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kitale Airport | KTL | Medium Airport |
| Soroti Airport | SRT | Medium Airport |
| Bungoma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kibimba Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Elgon Orchards Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tororo Airport | TRY | Small Airport |
| Webuye Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Sironko
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Mbale Orthpaedic & Rehabilitation center |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Uganda
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Sironko
What is the population of Sironko?
Sironko has a population of 19,300 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 1,156.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sironko?
Sironko has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.7 inches.