Gulu weather in October (Uganda)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Gulu during October? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

During October, Gulu usually has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 30°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 20°C. Although these are the average temperatures, expect warmer days occasionally. Wear cool clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Gulu in October usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 192 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 15 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

With approximately 251 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January typically offers the best circumstances. While April tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Gulu climate page with graphs.

 

Gulu, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 192 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 65%  

Windspeed 11 km/h  

Sunshine 251 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Uganda in October

Find out more about the weather in Uganda and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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