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Kampala Climate by Month

The weather in Kampala is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year. It also experiences much rainfall throughout the year. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

The temperature in Kampala remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently comfortable climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 28°C in February. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 26°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 19°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Kampala has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1887 mm of rainfall annually. Kampala can be quite wet during April, receiving approximately 240 mm of precipitation over 23 rainy days.

In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 104 mm of rainfall, spread across 11 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Kampala experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 6.3 hours daily sunshine in July, it dips to 3.9 hours in April, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Kampala in Uganda

During the months of April, May, June, July, August, October and November you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Kampala?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in March, April, May, October and November.
  • Which is the warmest month in Kampala?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Kampala?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 26°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Kampala?
    April tops the wettest month list with 240 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Kampala?
    July is the driest month with 104 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Kampala?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 188 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Kampala

    Thu   Dec 12
    28°C | 17°C
    S 4 km/h
    4.1 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder

    Fri   Dec 13
    28°C | 18°C
    SE 4 km/h
    8.9 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of rain

    broken clouds and chance of rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    28°C | 19°C
    S 4 km/h
    1.6 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain