🇺🇬Platinum Rate in Central Region Today
The platinum rate in Central Region today is UGX 220,183 per gram for 24K, based on an international spot price of $1,854.00 per troy ounce. That is down UGX 2,007 from the previous close. Rates across Central Region follow the national Uganda market, since gold is priced internationally and converted at the same exchange rate. The UGX has weakened 0.308% against the US dollar since the previous session, which moves the local price independently of the metal itself.
Platinum rate in Central Region — all karats and weights
| Weight | 24K | 22K | 21K | 18K | 14K |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Gram (1 g) | UGX 220,183 | UGX 201,835 | UGX 192,660 | UGX 165,137 | UGX 128,440 |
| 1 Troy Ounce (31.1035 g) | UGX 6,848,461 | UGX 6,277,756 | UGX 5,992,403 | UGX 5,136,346 | UGX 3,994,936 |
| 1 Kilogram (1,000 g) | UGX 220,183,133 | UGX 201,834,539 | UGX 192,660,242 | UGX 165,137,350 | UGX 128,440,161 |
All figures in UGX (Shilling). Purity follows the karat/24 standard: 22K is 91.67% gold, 21K is 87.5%, 18K is 75%.
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Platinum rate in Central Region — questions
What is the platinum rate in Central Region today?
The platinum rate in Central Region today is UGX 220,183 per gram for 24K, and UGX 220,183 per gram for 24K. These are live figures converted from international spot at the current UGX exchange rate.
What is the price of 1 gram of gold in Central Region?
One gram of 24K platinum costs UGX 220,183 in Central Region, and 22K costs UGX 201,835 per gram. 18K works out at UGX 165,137.
Why is 22K cheaper than 24K in Central Region?
22K gold is 91.67% pure — 22 parts gold to 24 — so it contains less gold by weight than 24K, which is 99.9% pure. That is why 22K is UGX 18,349 less per gram here. The alloy makes it harder, which is why jewellery is usually 22K or below.
How often does this rate update?
The spot price refreshes continuously through the trading day and this page reflects the latest reading, last confirmed 1 month ago. Exchange rates refresh alongside it.