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KotidoUganda
City Overview of Kotido
Kotido offers a rugged, frontier-style lifestyle for those seeking to work in development or humanitarian sectors within Karamoja. It is a place of profound cultural immersion and vast, open landscapes, far removed from the urban bustle of Kampala. Life here is defined by a slower pace and a strong sense of community, making it ideal for professionals who value purpose-driven work over modern amenities.
While the region provides reliable healthcare and transport for its setting, you must be prepared for a significant lack of expat infrastructure. Housing is limited, and the social scene is minimal, meaning your lifestyle will depend heavily on your professional network. It is a rewarding location for the resilient, but it requires a high tolerance for isolation.
Population
75,700
Area
-
Density
-
Founded
-
Language
English, Swahili
Distance to Coast
929 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Kotido
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Climate & Weather in Kotido
Kotido has a tropical savanna climate (Köppen Aw) with warm temperatures year-round and a marked wet and dry season. Long-term climate data show a generally hot, semi-arid-to-savanna environment with annual rainfall typically ranging from about 290 mm to 865 mm depending on source and period, and humidity around the mid-60% range. The driest conditions are usually in the late year and early year, while rainfall peaks in the mid-year months.
Summer Average
26°C
Winter Average
23°C
Climate Type
Tropical Savanna
Rainy Days
125
Sunny Days
280
Humidity
65%
Spring
September - November
23-28°C
Conditions are warm to hot, with rainfall tapering off after the main wet period. Sunshine remains strong, and humidity is moderate.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
December - February
24-32°C
This is typically the hottest and driest part of the year in Kotido. Skies are often sunny or partly cloudy, and dustier winds are more common.
Low rainfall
Autumn
March - May
24-31°C
Temperatures stay hot, but showers become more frequent as the rainy season strengthens. Thunderstorms and higher cloud cover are more common in these months.
High rainfall
Winter
June - August
22-27°C
This period is slightly cooler and remains within the main rainy season. Rainfall is frequent, though there can still be short dry spells between showers.
High rainfall
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Air Quality
Kotido
Advantages
Kotido
Growing educational infrastructure
Strong community bonds
Low cost of living
Agricultural opportunities
Peaceful rural environment
Disadvantages
Kotido
Limited higher education options
Weak business ecosystem
Poor infrastructure development
Few recreational facilities
Limited employment opportunities
Safety & Security in Kotido
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
55
/100
Uganda Avg
54
Africa Avg
53
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Kotido to Uganda averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Kotido
Uganda Average
No city-specific data available — showing Uganda country averages instead.
Safety Index
0510
Low
Safety from Crime
0510
Concerning
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Good
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Low
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Concerning
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Concerning
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 74/100
No data for Kotido — showing hazard indicators from nearby Kitgum (~141 km).
