Kira, Uganda experiences average highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 24 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Kira, Uganda Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Kira, Uganda. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Mar–Nov At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.2/10
Best: January, February, June, July
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 25°C / 18°C
Feels Like 29°C / 20°C
Rainy Days 24
Rainfall 158 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 83%
Wind Speed 10 km/h
Dew Point 19°C
Hottest Month
27°C
February
Avg Low19°C
Rain18days
Coldest Month
17°C
July
Avg High25°C
Rain18days
Driest Month
18days
January
Avg High26°C
Avg Low18°C
Windiest Month
12 km/h
July (Gusts 28)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March, April, May, August due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:47
Daylight 12.1h
Sunset 18:56
Live conditions—
Kira on the map · live conditions
Kira, Uganda
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Uganda
- City
- Kira
- Population
- 462.9K
- Coordinates
- 0.40°, 32.63°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 27 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 21 days/mo
2/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 27 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 20 days/mo
2/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 26°C / 18°C . Feb: 27°C / 19°C . Mar: 26°C / 19°C . Apr: 25°C / 19°C . May: 25°C / 18°C . Jun: 25°C / 17°C . Jul: 25°C / 17°C . Aug: 25°C / 17°C . Sep: 26°C / 18°C . Oct: 26°C / 18°C . Nov: 25°C / 18°C . Dec: 25°C / 18°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 101 mm. Feb: 95 mm. Mar: 183 mm. Apr: 227 mm. May: 195 mm. Jun: 127 mm. Jul: 100 mm. Aug: 157 mm. Sep: 182 mm. Oct: 192 mm. Nov: 201 mm. Dec: 141 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 79%. Feb: 78%. Mar: 83%. Apr: 87%. May: 87%. Jun: 83%. Jul: 79%. Aug: 82%. Sep: 85%. Oct: 86%. Nov: 87%. Dec: 84%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 10 km/h . Feb: 10 km/h . Mar: 11 km/h . Apr: 11 km/h . May: 11 km/h . Jun: 11 km/h . Jul: 12 km/h . Aug: 10 km/h . Sep: 10 km/h . Oct: 9 km/h . Nov: 8 km/h . Dec: 9 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 8h. May: 10h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 10h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 9. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 8. Dec: UV 8.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 18 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 29°C | Feb · 27°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 17°C | Jul · 17°C |
| Wettest month | May 2025 · 226 mm | Apr · 227 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 12 km/h | Jul · 12 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Wet March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 26°C / 18°C | 30°C / 20°C | 18days (101 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 79% Humid | 8.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 27°C / 19°C | 31°C / 21°C | 18days (95 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 78% Humid | 8.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 26°C / 19°C | 30°C / 21°C | 26days (183 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 83% Humid | 9.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 25°C / 19°C | 29°C / 21°C | 27days (227 mm) Wet | 8.4h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 25°C / 18°C | 28°C / 20°C | 27days (195 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June best | 25°C / 17°C | 28°C / 19°C | 21days (127 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 83% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 25°C / 17°C | 27°C / 18°C | 18days (100 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 79% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August | 25°C / 17°C | 29°C / 19°C | 23days (157 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 82% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 26°C / 18°C | 30°C / 19°C | 27days (182 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 85% Humid | 8.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 26°C / 18°C | 30°C / 20°C | 27days (192 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 25°C / 18°C | 29°C / 20°C | 27days (201 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 25°C / 18°C | 29°C / 20°C | 23days (141 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 84% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Kira are January, February, June, July, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Kira, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Kira is February, with average daytime highs of 27°C (81°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Kira is July, with average overnight lows of 17°C (63°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Kira is April, averaging 227mm of precipitation across 27 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Kira runs through April, May, September, October, with the heaviest rainfall in April. Based on 10-year averages for Kira.
Kira receives approximately 119 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is February with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Kira.
The least favorable months to visit Kira are March, April, May, August, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider January, February, June, July instead.
The annual average UV index in Kira is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Kira is 83%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Average wind speeds in Kira are 10 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is July with peak winds reaching 12 km/h (7 mph) (gusts up to 28 km/h / 18 mph).
Kira averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 71%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Kira is 19°C (66°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Kira has a Tropical Rainforest climate, classified as Af under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Kira ranges from 20°C (68°F) to 29°C (84°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Kira. It earns a climate score of 7.5/10 with Excellent.
For June in Kira, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 25°C (76°F) and 21 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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