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Wanseko, Uganda
Western Region · Uganda
Wanseko is a small city in Western Region, Uganda with a population of 13,616. Elevation: 2,051 ft (625 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Wanseko
Wanseko, is a settlement in Western Uganda.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,616 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,051 ft (625 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.1775°, 31.3821° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
| Country | 🇺🇬 Uganda |
| State / Province | Western Region |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.4 inches (1,000 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wanseko
Wanseko is a small city in Uganda (Western Region) with a population of 13,616. The city sits at an elevation of 2,051 feet (625 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kampala.
Climate in Wanseko
Wanseko has an average annual temperature of 26.1°C (79°F). The hottest month is Feb (28.4°C), the coldest is Nov (24.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1218 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.7°F |
| 44% above Uganda avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 265 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,051 ft (625 m) |
| Area | 1,597.8 sq mi (4,138.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.1775°N, 31.3821°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 3.4 in | |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 1.5 in |
Wanseko has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 73°F in October to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 39.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (0.8").
Schools in Wanseko
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kayonga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kirama Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ndandamire Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyakagei Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Panyimur Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Panyimur Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| School Land | - | - | - | - |
| Wanseko Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dei Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Oguta Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kisomere Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Wanseko
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUGUNGU HERITAGE AND INFORMATION CENTRE MUSEUM |
Hotels in Wanseko
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Wanseko
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aru Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bugungu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Buseruka Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Butiaba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lake Albert Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mahagi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Masindi Airport | KCU | Small Airport |
| Pakuba Airport | PAF | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇺🇬 About Uganda
Public Holidays in Uganda
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Wanseko
What is the population of Wanseko?
Wanseko has a population of 13,616 residents and is located in Uganda. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 1,597.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wanseko?
Wanseko has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.4 inches.