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Kotido

City in Northern, Uganda

Overview

Kotido is a lively town in Northern Uganda and the cultural hub of the Karamoja region. Known for its busy markets, traditional Karimojong culture, and close proximity to beautiful savannah landscapes, Kotido offers a unique, authentic experience for adventurous travelers.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Uganda
Region
Northern
Population
75,700
Time Zone
Africa/Kampala
Coordinates
2.98°, 34.13°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
40
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
30
Monthly Cost
$360
Local Cost
$210
Local Income
$60
Cashless
15
English
30
Temperature
23.3°C
Summer Avg
22.1°C
Winter Avg
24.0°C
Record High
37.6°C
Record Low
12.8°C
Humidity
60%
Precipitation
760 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 55/100.

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