Murchison Falls National Park Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Murchison Falls National Park temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 36°C (97°F) in February to a very warm 30°C (86°F) in July.

Nighttime temperatures range from 22°C (72°F) in February to 20°C (68°F) in July.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Murchison Falls National Park experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1537 mm (61 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Murchison Falls National Park bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 234 mm (9.2 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 28 mm (1.1 in) over 7 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Murchison Falls National Park Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Murchison Falls National Park.

The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 77%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 57%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year