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Margherita

City in Western, Uganda

Overview

Margherita is a gateway town in Western Uganda, set near the foothills of the Rwenzori Mountains. Characterized by its mining history and lush rural landscapes, the city serves as both a trade center and a starting point for adventure tourism.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Uganda
Region
Western
Population
Time Zone
Africa/Kampala
Coordinates
0.42°, 29.89°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
35
Female Safety
30
LGBTQ+ Safety
10
Traffic Safety
25
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$515
Local Cost
$240
Local Income
$90
Cashless
25
English
60
Temperature
20.2°C
Summer Avg
19.9°C
Winter Avg
20.7°C
Record High
34.0°C
Record Low
10.3°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
1439 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
KSE
Distance
35 km

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 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. 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 38/100.

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