Uganda experiences average highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 20°C (68°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 20 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Uganda Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Kampala. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Oct 
Wetter season: Mar–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Key figures
Climate Score
7.6/10
Best: January, June, July, August
UV Index
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Low
Temperature 25°C / 20°C
Feels Like 28°C / 22°C
Rainy Days 20
Rainfall 121 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 78%
Wind Speed 14 km/h
Dew Point 19°C
Hottest Month
26°C
February
Avg Low21°C
Rain16days
Coldest Month
20°C
July
Avg High24°C
Rain12days
Driest Month
12days
July
Avg High24°C
Avg Low20°C
Windiest Month
16 km/h
July (Gusts 29)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March, April, May, November due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:44
Daylight 12.1h
Sunset 18:51
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 25 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 15 days/mo
3/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 22 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 18 days/mo
1/3 best months
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 / 21°C . Feb: 26°C / 21°C . Mar: 26°C / 21°C . Apr: 25°C / 21°C . May: 25°C / 21°C . Jun: 25°C / 20°C . Jul: 24°C / 20°C . Aug: 25°C / 20°C . Sep: 25°C / 20°C . Oct: 25°C / 20°C . Nov: 25°C / 20°C . Dec: 25°C / 20°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 83 mm. Feb: 76 mm. Mar: 173 mm. Apr: 201 mm. May: 152 mm. Jun: 79 mm. Jul: 63 mm. Aug: 92 mm. Sep: 112 mm. Oct: 131 mm. Nov: 166 mm. Dec: 120 mm.
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 28°C | Feb · 26°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 18°C | Aug · 20°C |
| Wettest month | Mar 2025 · 170 mm | Apr · 201 mm |
| Windiest month | Jul 2025 · 15 km/h | Jul · 16 km/h |
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 75%. Feb: 75%. Mar: 78%. Apr: 82%. May: 81%. Jun: 76%. Jul: 74%. Aug: 78%. Sep: 80%. Oct: 80%. Nov: 81%. Dec: 79%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 12 km/h . Feb: 13 km/h . Mar: 14 km/h . Apr: 14 km/h . May: 14 km/h . Jun: 16 km/h . Jul: 16 km/h . Aug: 15 km/h . Sep: 13 km/h . Oct: 13 km/h . Nov: 12 km/h . Dec: 11 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 9h. May: 10h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 10h.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February
Good March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September
Good October
Good November
Wet December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 26°C / 21°C | 29°C / 22°C | 16days (83 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 75% Muggy | Excellent | View Details |
| February | 26°C / 21°C | 30°C / 23°C | 16days (76 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 75% Muggy | Good | View Details |
| March | 26°C / 21°C | 29°C / 23°C | 25days (173 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 78% Humid | Wet | View Details |
| April | 25°C / 21°C | 28°C / 23°C | 26days (201 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 82% Humid | Wet | View Details |
| May | 25°C / 21°C | 28°C / 23°C | 24days (152 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 81% Humid | Wet | View Details |
| June best | 25°C / 20°C | 27°C / 22°C | 15days (79 mm) Wet | 11.1h Excellent | 76% Humid | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 24°C / 20°C | 26°C / 21°C | 12days (63 mm) Wet | 11h Excellent | 74% Muggy | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 25°C / 20°C | 28°C / 21°C | 17days (92 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 78% Humid | Excellent | View Details |
| September | 25°C / 20°C | 29°C / 22°C | 23days (112 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 80% Humid | Good | View Details |
| October | 25°C / 20°C | 29°C / 22°C | 21days (131 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 80% Humid | Good | View Details |
| November | 25°C / 20°C | 28°C / 22°C | 22days (166 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 81% Humid | Wet | View Details |
| December | 25°C / 20°C | 28°C / 22°C | 22days (120 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 79% Humid | Good | View Details |
Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Uganda are January, June, July, August, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Kampala, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Uganda is February, with average daytime highs of 26°C (79°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Uganda is July, with average overnight lows of 20°C (68°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Uganda is April, averaging 201mm of precipitation across 26 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Uganda runs through April, March, May, September, with the heaviest rainfall in April. Based on 10-year averages for Kampala.
Uganda receives approximately 123 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Kampala.
The least favorable months to visit Uganda are March, April, May, November, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider January, June, July, August instead.
Average humidity in Uganda is 78%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Uganda are 14 km/h (9 mph). The windiest month is July with peak winds reaching 16 km/h (10 mph) (gusts up to 29 km/h / 18 mph).
Uganda averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 70%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Uganda is 19°C (66°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Uganda 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 Uganda ranges from 22°C (72°F) to 28°C (82°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
May is not the best time to visit Uganda, with a climate score of 7.3/10. Consider visiting during January, June, July, August instead for better conditions.
For May in Uganda, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 25°C (76°F) and 24 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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