Opit, Uganda experiences average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 14 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Opit, Uganda Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Opit, Uganda. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Apr–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.3/10
Best: December
UV Index
9
High
Temperature 29°C / 19°C
Feels Like 31°C / 21°C
Rainy Days 14
Rainfall 108 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 68%
Wind Speed 11 km/h
Dew Point 17°C
Hottest Month
33°C
February
Avg Low21°C
Rain3days
Coldest Month
18°C
August
Avg High27°C
Rain20days
Driest Month
2days
January
Avg High32°C
Avg Low20°C
Windiest Month
13 km/h
February (Gusts 34)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding April, May, September, October due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:44
Daylight 12.3h
Sunset 19:00
Live conditions—
Opit on the map · live conditions
Opit, Uganda
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Uganda
- City
- Opit
- Population
- 23.2K
- Coordinates
- 2.61°, 32.48°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 18 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 18 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 17 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 3 days/mo
1/3 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: 32°C / 20°C . Feb: 33°C / 21°C . Mar: 32°C / 21°C . Apr: 29°C / 20°C . May: 27°C / 19°C . Jun: 27°C / 19°C . Jul: 26°C / 18°C . Aug: 27°C / 18°C . Sep: 28°C / 18°C . Oct: 28°C / 19°C . Nov: 29°C / 19°C . Dec: 30°C / 19°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 14 mm. Feb: 10 mm. Mar: 86 mm. Apr: 182 mm. May: 160 mm. Jun: 101 mm. Jul: 131 mm. Aug: 153 mm. Sep: 159 mm. Oct: 170 mm. Nov: 103 mm. Dec: 22 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 44%. Feb: 42%. Mar: 58%. Apr: 75%. May: 80%. Jun: 77%. Jul: 78%. Aug: 79%. Sep: 78%. Oct: 76%. Nov: 70%. Dec: 57%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 13 km/h . Feb: 13 km/h . Mar: 13 km/h . Apr: 11 km/h . May: 9 km/h . Jun: 9 km/h . Jul: 9 km/h . Aug: 9 km/h . Sep: 9 km/h . Oct: 10 km/h . Nov: 12 km/h . Dec: 13 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 10h. May: 11h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 11h.
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 9. 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 · 35°C | Feb · 33°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 18°C | Aug · 18°C |
| Wettest month | Oct 2025 · 271 mm | Apr · 182 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 15 km/h | Feb · 13 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March
Good April
Wet May
Wet June
Good July
Good August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Good December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C / 20°C | 32°C / 20°C | 2days (14 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 44% Moderate | 8.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| February | 33°C / 21°C | 33°C / 22°C | 3days (10 mm) Excellent | 11h Excellent | 42% Moderate | 8.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| March | 32°C / 21°C | 34°C / 23°C | 12days (86 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 58% Moderate | 9.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April | 29°C / 20°C | 32°C / 22°C | 20days (182 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 27°C / 19°C | 31°C / 22°C | 21days (160 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 80% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 27°C / 19°C | 30°C / 21°C | 15days (101 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 77% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| July | 26°C / 18°C | 29°C / 20°C | 18days (131 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 78% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| August | 27°C / 18°C | 30°C / 20°C | 20days (153 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 79% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 28°C / 18°C | 31°C / 20°C | 20days (159 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 78% Humid | 9.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 28°C / 19°C | 31°C / 21°C | 18days (170 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 76% Humid | 9.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 29°C / 19°C | 31°C / 21°C | 12days (103 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Good | View Details |
| December best | 30°C / 19°C | 31°C / 20°C | 5days (22 mm) Good | 10.8h Excellent | 57% Moderate | 8.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Opit are December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Opit, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Opit is February, with average daytime highs of 33°C (92°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Opit is August, with average overnight lows of 18°C (65°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Opit is April, averaging 182mm of precipitation across 20 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Opit runs through May, April, August, September, with the heaviest rainfall in May. Based on 10-year averages for Opit.
Opit receives approximately 127 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is February with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Opit.
The least favorable months to visit Opit are April, May, September, October, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider December instead.
The annual average UV index in Opit is 9, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Opit is 68%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Opit are 11 km/h (7 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 13 km/h (8 mph) (gusts up to 34 km/h / 21 mph).
Opit averages 2 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 63%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Opit is 17°C (63°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Opit has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am 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 Opit ranges from 21°C (70°F) to 31°C (88°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Opit. It earns a climate score of 7.6/10 with Good.
For June in Opit, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 27°C (80°F) and 15 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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