Average Monthly Sunshine in Kampala

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Kampala receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Kampala experiences sunny spells throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, sees up to 188 hours of sunshine, while April, the least sunny month, still provides a respectable 118 hours. The total annual sunshine amounts to 1843 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. July sees up to 6.3 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. April, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 3.9 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Kampala’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Kampala enjoys an average of 1843 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

April, Kampala’s wettest month, receives 121 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 26°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Kampala Precipitation page.