Jinja Climate by Month
The weather in Jinja is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year.
It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average day and night temperature
With minimal seasonal shifts, Jinja experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in February to a comfortable 26°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 19°C, particularly during the colder months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Jinja has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2119 mm of rainfall per year. Jinja offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between April (265 mm) and July (126 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
Jinja offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between July (6.3 hours daily) and April (3.9 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Jinja.
Relative humidity over the year
The best time of year to visit Jinja in Uganda
Jinja has high temperatures year round ranging between 26°C and 28°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
February has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 26°C.
April tops the wettest month list with 265 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 126 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 188 hours of sunshine.
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